Lachhampur - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Lachhampur is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Vidrampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachhampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachhampur is 055564. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.47 hectares and falls under the 263140 pincode. Kaladhungi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Lachhampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lachhampur
According to the 2011 Census, Lachhampur village had a total population of 80 people, including 38 males and 42 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.92%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 78.38%.
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 | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 6 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Lachhampur
Lachhampur 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 Lachhampur
Lachhampur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Kaladhungi to Lachhampur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Lachhampur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lachhampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachhampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lachhampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachhampur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lachhampur
Where is Lachhampur located?
Lachhampur village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachhampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachhampur is Vidrampur.
What is the pincode of Lachhampur?
The pincode of Lachhampur is 263140.
What is the population of Lachhampur?
Lachhampur had a total population of 80, including 38 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Lachhampur?
Lachhampur had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lachhampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachhampur was 85.92%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 78.38%.