Longa - Bishunpur, Gumla
Longa is a village situated in the Bishunpur subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishunpur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Gumla. Chirodih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Longa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Longa is 375497. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.01 hectares and falls under the 835207 pincode. Gumla is the nearest town.
Longa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Longa
According to the 2011 Census, Longa village had a total population of 500 people, including 238 males and 262 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,101 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.78%, with male literacy at 66.33% and female literacy at 39.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 475.
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 | 500 | 238 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 42 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 475 | 225 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 130 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 108 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Longa
Longa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koenartoli | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Champatoli | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Jehangutua | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Arangloya | North | 2.66 km |
| Oreya | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Chatam | South | 3.53 km |
| Helta | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Tumse | North | 3.96 km |
| Chenri | North-East | 4.17 km |
| Sato | South-East | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Longa
Longa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lohardaga, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.1 km.
| 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 Gumla to Longa is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Longa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Longa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Longa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Longa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Longa
Where is Longa located?
Longa village is located in Bishunpur Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Longa?
The Gram Panchayat of Longa is Chirodih.
What is the pincode of Longa?
The pincode of Longa is 835207.
What is the population of Longa?
Longa had a total population of 500, including 238 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Longa?
Longa had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Longa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longa was 52.78%. Male literacy was 66.33% and female literacy was 39.50%.