Lanka - Orchha, Narayanpur
Lanka is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 146 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Lanka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lanka is 450015. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 146 km away.
Lanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lanka
According to the 2011 Census, Lanka village had a total population of 285 people, including 144 males and 141 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.09%, with male literacy at 59.38% and female literacy at 28.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 284.
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 | 285 | 144 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 284 | 144 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 76 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 68 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Lanka
Lanka 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 Lanka
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lanka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayanpur to Lanka is about 146 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lanka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lanka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lanka
Where is Lanka located?
Lanka village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lanka?
Lanka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lanka?
The pincode of Lanka is 494661.
What is the population of Lanka?
Lanka had a total population of 285, including 144 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Lanka?
Lanka had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lanka was 44.09%. Male literacy was 59.38% and female literacy was 28.57%.