Lachhamanpur - Arsha, Purulia
Lachhamanpur is a village situated in the Arsha subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from Sirkabad and around 22.5 km from Purulia. Sirkabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachhamanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachhamanpur is 331204. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.94 hectares and falls under the 723154 pincode. Bokaro is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Lachhamanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lachhamanpur
As per Census 2011, Lachhamanpur village has a total population of 1,576 people, consisting of 783 males and 793 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 780 literate and 796 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachhamanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,576 | 783 | 793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 113 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 780 | 502 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 796 | 281 | 515 |
Nearby Villages of Lachhamanpur
Lachhamanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Upar Jambad | North | 1.37 km |
| Aharara | West | 1.63 km |
| Kultanr Alias Paharpur | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Senabana | East | 2.07 km |
| Gourangdi | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Hethjambad | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Gandhabazar Alias Raghunathganj | West | 2.83 km |
| Detanar | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Kanchanpur | North | 3.09 km |
| Salaidahar | East | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lachhamanpur
Lachhamanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gourinathdham, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bokaro to Lachhamanpur is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Lachhamanpur is about 22.5 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 Lachhamanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachhamanpur 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 Lachhamanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachhamanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lachhamanpur
Where is Lachhamanpur located?
Lachhamanpur village is located in Arsha Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachhamanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachhamanpur is Sirkabad.
What is the pincode of Lachhamanpur?
The pincode of Lachhamanpur is 723154.
What is the population of Lachhamanpur?
Lachhamanpur has a total population of 1,576, including 783 males and 793 females.
How many households are there in Lachhamanpur?
There are 316 households in Lachhamanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Lachhamanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachhamanpur is 49.49%. Male literacy is 64.11% and female literacy is 35.06%.