Lahadun Guri - Khaprakhol, Balangir
Lahadun Guri is a village situated in the Khaprakhol tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaprakhol and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Rengali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lahadun Guri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lahadun Guri is 420739. The village covers a total geographical area of 261 hectares and falls under the 767028 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Lahadun Guri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lahadun Guri
As per Census 2011, Lahadun Guri village has a total population of 339 people, consisting of 164 males and 175 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lahadun Guri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 339 | 164 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 71 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 93 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Lahadun Guri
Lahadun Guri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chitakutna | East | 1.77 km |
| Bartia | South | 1.97 km |
| Ambahali | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Sindhbahali | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Temrimal | West | 2.72 km |
| Sunamudi | South | 3.55 km |
| Jhalbahal | East | 3.93 km |
| Sanbanjipali | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Rengali | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Jalgarh | West | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lahadun Guri
Lahadun Guri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Lakhna, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Lahadun Guri is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Lahadun Guri is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lahadun Guri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lahadun Guri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lahadun Guri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lahadun Guri 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lahadun Guri
Where is Lahadun Guri located?
Lahadun Guri village is located in Khaprakhol Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lahadun Guri?
The Gram Panchayat of Lahadun Guri is Rengali.
What is the pincode of Lahadun Guri?
The pincode of Lahadun Guri is 767028.
What is the population of Lahadun Guri?
Lahadun Guri has a total population of 339, including 164 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Lahadun Guri?
There are 91 households in Lahadun Guri.
What is the literacy rate in Lahadun Guri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lahadun Guri is 30.38%. Male literacy is 43.29% and female literacy is 18.29%.