Luxbagan - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Luxbagan is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.5 km from Gosaba and around 105 km from Alipore. Lahiripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luxbagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luxbagan is 335167. The village covers a total geographical area of 609.46 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Luxbagan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Luxbagan
According to the 2011 Census, Luxbagan village had a total population of 4,504 people, including 2,321 males and 2,183 females, living in 1,119 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.44%, with male literacy at 92.11% and female literacy at 78.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,496, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 576.
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 | 4,504 | 2,321 | 2,183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 466 | 256 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,496 | 1,809 | 1,687 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 576 | 301 | 275 |
| Literate Population | 3,450 | 1,902 | 1,548 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,054 | 419 | 635 |
Nearby Villages of Luxbagan
Luxbagan 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 Luxbagan
Luxbagan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Canning to Luxbagan is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Luxbagan is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luxbagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luxbagan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Luxbagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luxbagan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Luxbagan
Where is Luxbagan located?
Luxbagan village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Luxbagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Luxbagan is Lahiripur.
What is the pincode of Luxbagan?
The pincode of Luxbagan is 743370.
What is the population of Luxbagan?
Luxbagan had a total population of 4,504, including 2,321 males and 2,183 females.
How many households are there in Luxbagan?
Luxbagan had 1,119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luxbagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luxbagan was 85.44%. Male literacy was 92.11% and female literacy was 78.46%.