Lorponda - Anandpur, West Singhbhum
Lorponda is a village situated in the Anandpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 110 km from Chakardharpur and around 135 km from Chaibasa. Binju serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lorponda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lorponda is 377717. The village covers a total geographical area of 315.53 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town.
Lorponda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lorponda
According to the 2011 Census, Lorponda village had a total population of 627 people, including 316 males and 311 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.78%, with male literacy at 62.64% and female literacy at 34.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 274.
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 | 627 | 316 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 43 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 135 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 171 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 145 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Lorponda
Lorponda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Meralikir | West | 1.34 km |
| Tungritola | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Dhodrobaru | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Kakurda | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Binju | South | 2.68 km |
| Beratulunda | North | 2.79 km |
| Kudahudang | West | 3.22 km |
| Burhibil | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Chirumatha | East | 3.49 km |
| Gadabudu | West | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lorponda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lorponda. The nearest railway station is Manoharpur, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chaibasa to Lorponda is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lorponda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lorponda 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 Lorponda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lorponda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lorponda
Where is Lorponda located?
Lorponda village is located in Anandpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lorponda?
The Gram Panchayat of Lorponda is Binju.
What is the pincode of Lorponda?
The pincode of Lorponda is 833201.
What is the population of Lorponda?
Lorponda had a total population of 627, including 316 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Lorponda?
Lorponda had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lorponda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lorponda was 48.78%. Male literacy was 62.64% and female literacy was 34.11%.