Lakhan - Gairsain, Chamoli
Lakhan is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Devpuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhan is 042020. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.7 hectares and falls under the 246486 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 91 km away.
Lakhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakhan
As per Census 2011, Lakhan village has a total population of 29 people, consisting of 18 males and 11 females. The village has 5 households and a sex ratio of 611 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24 literate and 5 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhan
Lakhan 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 Lakhan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Lakhan.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Lakhan is about 91 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Lakhan is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhan 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 Lakhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lakhan
Where is Lakhan located?
Lakhan village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhan is Devpuri.
What is the pincode of Lakhan?
The pincode of Lakhan is 246486.
What is the population of Lakhan?
Lakhan has a total population of 29, including 18 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Lakhan?
There are 5 households in Lakhan.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhan is 82.76%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 81.82%.