Lakhanpur - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Lakhanpur is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Lakhanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhanpur is 055865. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.23 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 3 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 Bajpur 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 1,408 people, consisting of 740 males and 668 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 777 literate and 631 illiterate residents. Additionally, 755 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,408 | 740 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 146 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 755 | 396 | 359 |
| Literate Population | 777 | 455 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 285 | 346 |
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. Lakhanpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Lakhanpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Lakhanpur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lakhanpur
Where is Lakhanpur located?
Lakhanpur village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhanpur?
Lakhanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhanpur?
The pincode of Lakhanpur is 262401.
What is the population of Lakhanpur?
Lakhanpur has a total population of 1,408, including 740 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Lakhanpur?
There are 291 households in Lakhanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhanpur is 55.18%. Male literacy is 61.49% and female literacy is 48.20%.