Lakshmipur - Chapra, Nadia
Lakshmipur is a village situated in the Chapra subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangaljhi and around 21.1 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Kalinga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakshmipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakshmipur is 321590. The village covers a total geographical area of 599.23 hectares and falls under the 741123 pincode. Krishnanagar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Lakshmipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakshmipur
As per Census 2011, Lakshmipur village has a total population of 4,492 people, consisting of 2,305 males and 2,187 females. The village has 1,041 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 556 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,724 literate and 1,768 illiterate residents. Additionally, 303 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakshmipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,492 | 2,305 | 2,187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 556 | 305 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 157 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,724 | 1,439 | 1,285 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,768 | 866 | 902 |
Nearby Villages of Lakshmipur
Lakshmipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gachha | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Fulkalmi | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Krishnaebpur | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Goaldanga | North | 2.30 km |
| Balibanga | West | 2.39 km |
| Pibragachhi | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Kulgachhi | South | 2.59 km |
| Charatala | East | 2.66 km |
| Chandpur | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Ichhapur | South | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakshmipur
Lakshmipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhubulia, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Krishnanagar to Lakshmipur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Lakshmipur is about 21.1 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakshmipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakshmipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakshmipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakshmipur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lakshmipur
Where is Lakshmipur located?
Lakshmipur village is located in Chapra Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakshmipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakshmipur is Kalinga.
What is the pincode of Lakshmipur?
The pincode of Lakshmipur is 741123.
What is the population of Lakshmipur?
Lakshmipur has a total population of 4,492, including 2,305 males and 2,187 females.
How many households are there in Lakshmipur?
There are 1,041 households in Lakshmipur.
What is the literacy rate in Lakshmipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakshmipur is 60.64%. Male literacy is 62.43% and female literacy is 58.76%.