Lankura - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Lankura is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Lankura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lankura is 055918. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.59 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Kelakhera is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Lankura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Lankura
According to the 2011 Census, Lankura village had a total population of 1,131 people, including 579 males and 552 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.87%, with male literacy at 82.40% and female literacy at 59.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 443.
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 | 1,131 | 579 | 552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 79 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 443 | 236 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 703 | 412 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 167 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Lankura
Lankura 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 Lankura
Lankura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lankura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Kelakhera to Lankura is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Lankura is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lankura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lankura 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 Lankura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lankura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lankura
Where is Lankura located?
Lankura village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lankura?
Lankura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lankura?
The pincode of Lankura is 262401.
What is the population of Lankura?
Lankura had a total population of 1,131, including 579 males and 552 females.
How many households are there in Lankura?
Lankura had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lankura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lankura was 70.87%. Male literacy was 82.40% and female literacy was 59.15%.