Lakhani - Garud, Bageshwar
Lakhani is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Lakhani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhani is 051399. The village covers a total geographical area of 296.56 hectares and falls under the 263639 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Lakhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakhani
As per Census 2011, Lakhani village has a total population of 1,313 people, consisting of 605 males and 708 females. The village has 293 households and a sex ratio of 1,170 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 780 literate and 533 illiterate residents. Additionally, 989 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,313 | 605 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 92 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 989 | 463 | 526 |
| Literate Population | 780 | 445 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 533 | 160 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhani
Lakhani 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 Lakhani
Lakhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Lakhani is about 28 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 Lakhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakhani
Where is Lakhani located?
Lakhani village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhani?
Lakhani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhani?
The pincode of Lakhani is 263639.
What is the population of Lakhani?
Lakhani has a total population of 1,313, including 605 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Lakhani?
There are 293 households in Lakhani.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhani is 59.41%. Male literacy is 73.55% and female literacy is 47.32%.