Loridanga - Bihpuria, Lakhimpur
Loridanga is a village situated in the Bihpuria subdivision of Lakhimpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bihpuria and around 46 km from the district headquarters in North Lakhimpur. Dikrong serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loridanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loridanga is 287660. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.81 hectares and falls under the 784161 pincode. Bihpuria is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Loridanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Loridanga
According to the 2011 Census, Loridanga village had a total population of 1,057 people, including 555 males and 502 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.81%, with male literacy at 84.38% and female literacy at 68.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 243.
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 | 1,057 | 555 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 75 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 108 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 137 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 709 | 405 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 150 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Loridanga
Loridanga 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 Loridanga
Loridanga 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bihpuria to Loridanga is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from North Lakhimpur to Loridanga is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loridanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loridanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Loridanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loridanga 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 Loridanga
Where is Loridanga located?
Loridanga village is located in Bihpuria Subdivision, Lakhimpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loridanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Loridanga is Dikrong.
What is the pincode of Loridanga?
The pincode of Loridanga is 784161.
What is the population of Loridanga?
Loridanga had a total population of 1,057, including 555 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Loridanga?
Loridanga had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loridanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loridanga was 76.81%. Male literacy was 84.38% and female literacy was 68.62%.