Lodama - Lanji, Balaghat
Lodama is a village situated in the Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanji and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Belgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lodama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lodama is 498566. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.03 hectares and falls under the 481222 pincode. Lanji is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Lodama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lodama
As per Census 2011, Lodama village has a total population of 701 people, consisting of 345 males and 356 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 394 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lodama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 701 | 345 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 221 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 124 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Lodama
Lodama 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dabha | North-West | 1.10 km |
| Belgaon | North | 1.24 km |
| Mundidadar | East | 2.45 km |
| Newarwahi | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Bijagad | North | 2.91 km |
| Satona | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Kansuli | South | 3.49 km |
| Wardha | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Khandwa | South-West | 5.17 km |
| Murum | South-East | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lodama
Lodama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Salekasa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lanji to Lodama is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Lodama is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lodama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lodama 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Lodama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lodama 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lodama
Where is Lodama located?
Lodama village is located in Lanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lodama?
The Gram Panchayat of Lodama is Belgaon.
What is the pincode of Lodama?
The pincode of Lodama is 481222.
What is the population of Lodama?
Lodama has a total population of 701, including 345 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Lodama?
There are 131 households in Lodama.
What is the literacy rate in Lodama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lodama is 56.21%. Male literacy is 64.06% and female literacy is 48.60%.