Lakat

Lakat is a village located in Binpur I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.2km away from sub-district headquarter Binpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Lakat village. As per 2009 stats, Sijua is the gram panchayat of Lakat village.

Lakat has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Lakat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lakat is 336109. The village spans a total geographical area of 54.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721121. Jhargram is nearest town to Lakat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.

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Population of Lakat

Below is a concise population overview of Lakat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 116 59 57
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 13 6 7
Scheduled Castes (SC) 29 15 14
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 87 44 43
Literate Population 76 45 31
Illiterate Population 40 14 26

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lakat village:

  • The total population of Lakat village is around 116, including approximately 59 males and 57 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 13 children aged 0–6 years in Lakat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lakat village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 87 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Lakat village is about 65.52%, with male literacy at 76.27% and female literacy at 54.39%.
  • There are around 26 households in Lakat village.

Connectivity of Lakat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lakat. As per the 2011 stats, Lakat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Lakat

Knowing the nearby villages of Lakat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lakat.

Dhanghari Baragada Purnapani Jambani Jangalkhas Dharampur Gopalnagar Garra Nambanshber Upar Banshber Teshabandh

Frequently Asked Questions about Lakat

Where is Lakat located?
Lakat village is situated in Binpur I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakat?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakat is Sijua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lakat?
The pincode of Lakat is 721121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lakat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lakat is 116, with 59 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Lakat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lakat village has a total of 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lakat is 65.52%. The male literacy rate is 76.27%, while the female literacy rate is 54.39%.