Lakshmanpur - Haripal, Hooghly
Lakshmanpur is a village situated in the Haripal subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.2 km from Khamar Chandi and around 28.7 km from Chinsura. Chandanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakshmanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakshmanpur is 325407. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.47 hectares and falls under the 712223 pincode. Singur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lakshmanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakshmanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Lakshmanpur village had a total population of 346 people, including 191 males and 155 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 812 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.00%, with male literacy at 78.53% and female literacy at 53.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 327, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 346 | 191 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 28 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 182 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 128 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 63 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Lakshmanpur
Lakshmanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Ramchandrapur | North-East | 0.76 km |
| Dank | South-West | 0.86 km |
| Porra | North | 0.94 km |
| Bade Digaria | West | 0.96 km |
| Madanmohonpur | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Aimachapsara | East | 1.36 km |
| Harat | North | 1.61 km |
| Chandanpur | North | 1.62 km |
| Chak.kalikabari | East | 1.67 km |
| Chapsara | North-East | 1.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakshmanpur
Lakshmanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chandanpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.9 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singur to Lakshmanpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Lakshmanpur is about 28.7 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 Lakshmanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakshmanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lakshmanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakshmanpur 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 Lakshmanpur
Where is Lakshmanpur located?
Lakshmanpur village is located in Haripal Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lakshmanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakshmanpur is Chandanpur.
What is the pincode of Lakshmanpur?
The pincode of Lakshmanpur is 712223.
What is the population of Lakshmanpur?
Lakshmanpur had a total population of 346, including 191 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Lakshmanpur?
Lakshmanpur had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakshmanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakshmanpur was 67.00%. Male literacy was 78.53% and female literacy was 53.57%.