Lakshikantapur (K) - Mandirbazar, South 24 Parganas
Lakshikantapur (K) is a village situated in the Mandirbazar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.4 km from Mandirbazar and around 47.3 km from Alipore. Ghateswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakshikantapur (K) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakshikantapur (K) is 334737. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.01 hectares and falls under the 743345 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Lakshikantapur (K) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakshikantapur (K)
As per Census 2011, Lakshikantapur (K) village has a total population of 3,966 people, consisting of 2,002 males and 1,964 females. The village has 924 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 423 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,975 literate and 991 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,003 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakshikantapur (K) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,966 | 2,002 | 1,964 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 423 | 214 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,003 | 506 | 497 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,975 | 1,626 | 1,349 |
| Illiterate Population | 991 | 376 | 615 |
Nearby Villages of Lakshikantapur (K)
Lakshikantapur (K) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mirpur (k) | East | 1.23 km |
| Nilambarpur (k) | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Uttar Sultanpur (k) | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Purba Shrinagar (k) | South | 1.67 km |
| Shibpur (k) | West | 1.87 km |
| Purba Rameshwarpur (k) | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Uttar Akhraberia (k) | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Durgapur (k) | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Brindabanpur (k) | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Inatpur (k) | South-East | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakshikantapur (K)
Lakshikantapur (K) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lakshmikantpur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaynagar to Lakshikantapur (K) is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Lakshikantapur (K) is about 47.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakshikantapur (K)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakshikantapur (K) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakshikantapur (K)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakshikantapur (K) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lakshikantapur (K)
Where is Lakshikantapur (K) located?
Lakshikantapur (K) village is located in Mandirbazar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakshikantapur (K)?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakshikantapur (K) is Ghateswar.
What is the pincode of Lakshikantapur (K)?
The pincode of Lakshikantapur (K) is 743345.
What is the population of Lakshikantapur (K)?
Lakshikantapur (K) has a total population of 3,966, including 2,002 males and 1,964 females.
How many households are there in Lakshikantapur (K)?
There are 924 households in Lakshikantapur (K).
What is the literacy rate in Lakshikantapur (K)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakshikantapur (K) is 75.01%. Male literacy is 81.22% and female literacy is 68.69%.