Lakshanpur - Binpur - I, Jhargram
Lakshanpur is a village situated in the Binpur - I subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.1 km from Binpur. Dharampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakshanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakshanpur is 336302. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.59 hectares and falls under the 721503 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lakshanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakshanpur
As per Census 2011, Lakshanpur village has a total population of 373 people, consisting of 178 males and 195 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,095 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 312 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakshanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 373 | 178 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 15 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 158 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 20 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Lakshanpur
Lakshanpur 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 Lakshanpur
Lakshanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Lakshanpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakshanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakshanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lakshanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakshanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lakshanpur
Where is Lakshanpur located?
Lakshanpur village is located in Binpur - I Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakshanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakshanpur is Dharampur.
What is the pincode of Lakshanpur?
The pincode of Lakshanpur is 721503.
What is the population of Lakshanpur?
Lakshanpur has a total population of 373, including 178 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Lakshanpur?
There are 77 households in Lakshanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Lakshanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakshanpur is 83.65%. Male literacy is 88.76% and female literacy is 78.97%.