Lakshmipur - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Lakshmipur is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 19.7 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Gohaliara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakshmipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakshmipur is 318171. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.49 hectares and falls under the 731123 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lakshmipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakshmipur
As per Census 2011, Lakshmipur village has a total population of 389 people, consisting of 196 males and 193 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 239 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakshmipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 389 | 196 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 116 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 239 | 133 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 63 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Lakshmipur
Lakshmipur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaynagar | West | 1.15 km |
| Ramshimul | South | 1.34 km |
| Bhelabari | West | 1.41 km |
| Kotal | East | 1.59 km |
| Kailpara | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Kutubpur | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Rashidabad | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Nasirpur | West | 2.18 km |
| Arazi Jaynagar | West | 2.31 km |
| Bishanpur | East | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakshmipur
Lakshmipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kamalpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Dubrajpur to Lakshmipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Lakshmipur is about 19.7 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakshmipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakshmipur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lakshmipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakshmipur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Lakshmipur
Where is Lakshmipur located?
Lakshmipur village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakshmipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakshmipur is Gohaliara.
What is the pincode of Lakshmipur?
The pincode of Lakshmipur is 731123.
What is the population of Lakshmipur?
Lakshmipur has a total population of 389, including 196 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Lakshmipur?
There are 94 households in Lakshmipur.
What is the literacy rate in Lakshmipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakshmipur is 61.44%. Male literacy is 67.86% and female literacy is 54.92%.