Lachhandrapur - Ramnagar - II, Purba Medinipur
Lachhandrapur is a village situated in the Ramnagar - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Kalindi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachhandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachhandrapur is 347118. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.61 hectares and falls under the 721455 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Lachhandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Lachhandrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Lachhandrapur village had a total population of 793 people, including 404 males and 389 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.13%, with male literacy at 95.14% and female literacy at 84.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 793 | 404 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 14 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 648 | 352 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 52 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Lachhandrapur
Lachhandrapur 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 Lachhandrapur
Lachhandrapur 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 5-10 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 Contai to Lachhandrapur is about 11 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 Lachhandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachhandrapur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lachhandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachhandrapur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lachhandrapur
Where is Lachhandrapur located?
Lachhandrapur village is located in Ramnagar - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lachhandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachhandrapur is Kalindi.
What is the pincode of Lachhandrapur?
The pincode of Lachhandrapur is 721455.
What is the population of Lachhandrapur?
Lachhandrapur had a total population of 793, including 404 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Lachhandrapur?
Lachhandrapur had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lachhandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachhandrapur was 90.13%. Male literacy was 95.14% and female literacy was 84.81%.