Lokapur - Pindra, Varanasi
Lokapur is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Jamapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lokapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lokapur is 208652. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.09 hectares and falls under the 221204 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Lokapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lokapur
According to the 2011 Census, Lokapur village had a total population of 366 people, including 188 males and 178 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.88%, with male literacy at 72.85% and female literacy at 54.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 188 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 110 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 78 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Lokapur
Lokapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Lokapur
Lokapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varanasi to Lokapur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lokapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lokapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lokapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lokapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lokapur
Where is Lokapur located?
Lokapur village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lokapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lokapur is Jamapur.
What is the pincode of Lokapur?
The pincode of Lokapur is 221204.
What is the population of Lokapur?
Lokapur had a total population of 366, including 188 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Lokapur?
Lokapur had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lokapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lokapur was 63.88%. Male literacy was 72.85% and female literacy was 54.73%.