Lakshmanpur Village - Jangipara, Hooghly
Lakshmanpur is a village situated in the Jangipara subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.3 km from Jangipara and around 37.6 km from Chinsura. Mundalika serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakshmanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakshmanpur is 325803. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 712404 pincode. Borgachia is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Lakshmanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakshmanpur
As per Census 2011, Lakshmanpur village has a total population of 4,008 people, consisting of 1,965 males and 2,043 females. The village has 838 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 464 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,916 literate and 1,092 illiterate residents. Additionally, 281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakshmanpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,008 | 1,965 | 2,043 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 464 | 240 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 151 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 2,916 | 1,473 | 1,443 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,092 | 492 | 600 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonamaguri | North-West | 0.88 km |
| Seoraberia | West | 0.92 km |
| Anantarampur | East | 1.01 km |
| Ichhapasar | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Kodalipoa | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Panchberia | West | 1.65 km |
| Sadipara | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Uttar Santoshpur | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Ban Panchbere | East | 2.30 km |
| Dudhkanra | North-East | 2.41 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 Begumpur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Borgachia to Lakshmanpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Lakshmanpur is about 37.6 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakshmanpur
Where is Lakshmanpur located?
Lakshmanpur village is located in Jangipara Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakshmanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakshmanpur is Mundalika.
What is the pincode of Lakshmanpur?
The pincode of Lakshmanpur is 712404.
What is the population of Lakshmanpur?
Lakshmanpur has a total population of 4,008, including 1,965 males and 2,043 females.
How many households are there in Lakshmanpur?
There are 838 households in Lakshmanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Lakshmanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakshmanpur is 72.75%. Male literacy is 74.96% and female literacy is 70.63%.