Lamna - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Lamna is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Lamna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamna is 435973. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.25 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Lamna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lamna
According to the 2011 Census, Lamna village had a total population of 1,058 people, including 540 males and 518 females, living in 281 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.89%, with male literacy at 68.88% and female literacy at 43.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 432.
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 | 1,058 | 540 | 518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 74 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 432 | 211 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 321 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 550 | 219 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Lamna
Lamna 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 Lamna
Lamna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katghora to Lamna is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Lamna is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lamna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamna 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lamna
Where is Lamna located?
Lamna village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lamna?
Lamna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lamna?
The pincode of Lamna is 495448.
What is the population of Lamna?
Lamna had a total population of 1,058, including 540 males and 518 females.
How many households are there in Lamna?
Lamna had 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lamna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamna was 56.89%. Male literacy was 68.88% and female literacy was 43.79%.