Lachhiator - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Lachhiator is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 41.3 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Talowan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachhiator village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachhiator is 316594. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.43 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Lachhiator village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lachhiator
As per Census 2011, Lachhiator village has a total population of 3,267 people, consisting of 1,640 males and 1,627 females. The village has 819 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 461 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,835 literate and 1,432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachhiator are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,267 | 1,640 | 1,627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 234 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,835 | 1,045 | 790 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,432 | 595 | 837 |
Nearby Villages of Lachhiator
Lachhiator 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dewanganj | South | 1.40 km |
| Taloan | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Sandhigara | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Majharipara | North | 1.84 km |
| Majurhati | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Kanachi | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Dabuk | East | 2.18 km |
| Nandigram | South | 2.52 km |
| Samachar | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Namakanda | North-West | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lachhiator
Lachhiator is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mallarpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Lachhiator is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Lachhiator is about 41.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lachhiator
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachhiator village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lachhiator
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachhiator 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 Lachhiator
Where is Lachhiator located?
Lachhiator village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachhiator?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachhiator is Talowan.
What is the pincode of Lachhiator?
The pincode of Lachhiator is 731216.
What is the population of Lachhiator?
Lachhiator has a total population of 3,267, including 1,640 males and 1,627 females.
How many households are there in Lachhiator?
There are 819 households in Lachhiator.
What is the literacy rate in Lachhiator?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachhiator is 56.17%. Male literacy is 63.72% and female literacy is 48.56%.