Lakshmidanga - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Lakshmidanga is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 84.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Mitrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakshmidanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakshmidanga is 316110. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.8 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Jangipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lakshmidanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakshmidanga
As per Census 2011, Lakshmidanga village has a total population of 3,118 people, consisting of 1,528 males and 1,590 females. The village has 841 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 419 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,619 literate and 1,499 illiterate residents. Additionally, 321 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakshmidanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,118 | 1,528 | 1,590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 419 | 202 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 153 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,619 | 857 | 762 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,499 | 671 | 828 |
Nearby Villages of Lakshmidanga
Lakshmidanga 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 Lakshmidanga
Lakshmidanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lakshmidanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jangipur to Lakshmidanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Lakshmidanga is about 84.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakshmidanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakshmidanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lakshmidanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakshmidanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lakshmidanga
Where is Lakshmidanga located?
Lakshmidanga village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakshmidanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakshmidanga is Mitrapur.
What is the pincode of Lakshmidanga?
The pincode of Lakshmidanga is 731221.
What is the population of Lakshmidanga?
Lakshmidanga has a total population of 3,118, including 1,528 males and 1,590 females.
How many households are there in Lakshmidanga?
There are 841 households in Lakshmidanga.
What is the literacy rate in Lakshmidanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakshmidanga is 51.92%. Male literacy is 56.09% and female literacy is 47.92%.