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
As per Census 2011, Lorponda village has a total population of 627 people, consisting of 316 males and 311 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 259 literate and 368 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lorponda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 627 | 316 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 43 | 53 |
| 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 has a total population of 627, including 316 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Lorponda?
There are 111 households in Lorponda.
What is the literacy rate in Lorponda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lorponda is 41.31%. Male literacy is 54.11% and female literacy is 28.30%.