Lakhanpur - Haldwani, Nainital
Lakhanpur is a village situated in the Haldwani tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haldwani and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Kishanpur Raikwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhanpur is 055227. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.02 hectares and falls under the 263139 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Lakhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haldwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhanpur
As per Census 2011, Lakhanpur village has a total population of 251 people, consisting of 136 males and 115 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 209 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 251 | 136 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 117 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 19 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhanpur
Lakhanpur 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 Lakhanpur
Lakhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lakhanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haldwani to Lakhanpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Lakhanpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakhanpur
Where is Lakhanpur located?
Lakhanpur village is located in Haldwani Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhanpur is Kishanpur Raikwal.
What is the pincode of Lakhanpur?
The pincode of Lakhanpur is 263139.
What is the population of Lakhanpur?
Lakhanpur has a total population of 251, including 136 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Lakhanpur?
There are 50 households in Lakhanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhanpur is 83.27%. Male literacy is 86.03% and female literacy is 80.00%.