Losanga - Lakhanpur, Surguja
Losanga is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhanpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Losanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Losanga is 433079. The village covers a total geographical area of 1166.69 hectares and falls under the 497116 pincode. Lakhanpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Losanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Losanga
As per Census 2011, Losanga village has a total population of 1,424 people, consisting of 745 males and 679 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 610 literate and 814 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,243 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Losanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,424 | 745 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 139 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,243 | 655 | 588 |
| Literate Population | 610 | 374 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 814 | 371 | 443 |
Nearby Villages of Losanga
Losanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Losangi | West | 2.50 km |
| Alga | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Turga | South | 3.19 km |
| Ramhala | East | 3.80 km |
| Chodeya | South-West | 3.88 km |
| Katinda | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Selra | South-East | 4.62 km |
| Beldagi | North | 4.71 km |
| Soyada | North-East | 5.17 km |
| Manja | West | 5.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Losanga
Losanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Lakhanpur to Losanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Losanga is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Losanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Losanga 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 Losanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Losanga 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 Losanga
Where is Losanga located?
Losanga village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Losanga?
Losanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Losanga?
The pincode of Losanga is 497116.
What is the population of Losanga?
Losanga has a total population of 1,424, including 745 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Losanga?
There are 307 households in Losanga.
What is the literacy rate in Losanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Losanga is 42.84%. Male literacy is 50.20% and female literacy is 34.76%.