Lakhmipur - Chakdah, Nadia
Lakhmipur is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 54.3 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Hingnara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhmipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhmipur is 322290. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.58 hectares and falls under the 741223 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lakhmipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haringhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhmipur
As per Census 2011, Lakhmipur village has a total population of 2,018 people, consisting of 1,069 males and 949 females. The village has 417 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,522 literate and 496 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,779 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhmipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,018 | 1,069 | 949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 125 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,779 | 947 | 832 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,522 | 849 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 496 | 220 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhmipur
Lakhmipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rustam Nagar | South | 1.49 km |
| Bagrabpur | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Sarapur | West | 1.63 km |
| Garuimari | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Satashi | East | 2.10 km |
| Purulia | North | 2.35 km |
| Srinagar | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Maheshchandrapur | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Dakshin Kanakpur | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Deuli | South-West | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhmipur
Lakhmipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chakdaha, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakdaha to Lakhmipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Lakhmipur is about 54.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhmipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhmipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhmipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhmipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lakhmipur
Where is Lakhmipur located?
Lakhmipur village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhmipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhmipur is Hingnara.
What is the pincode of Lakhmipur?
The pincode of Lakhmipur is 741223.
What is the population of Lakhmipur?
Lakhmipur has a total population of 2,018, including 1,069 males and 949 females.
How many households are there in Lakhmipur?
There are 417 households in Lakhmipur.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhmipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhmipur is 75.42%. Male literacy is 79.42% and female literacy is 70.92%.