Lakshmimunda - Patnagarh, Balangir
Lakshmimunda is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Baneimunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakshmimunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakshmimunda is 420578. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Lakshmimunda 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 Lakshmimunda
As per Census 2011, Lakshmimunda village has a total population of 273 people, consisting of 151 males and 122 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 807 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 181 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 161 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakshmimunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 151 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 90 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 118 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 33 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Lakshmimunda
Lakshmimunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Luhakhan | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Dabmal | West | 1.32 km |
| Gerda | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Bagmunda | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Dundel | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Debhuin | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Luhuret | North | 3.16 km |
| Changria | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Kadalijharan | West | 3.59 km |
| Hirli | North-West | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakshmimunda
Public transport in the Lakshmimunda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harishanker Rd, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Lakshmimunda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Lakshmimunda is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakshmimunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakshmimunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lakshmimunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakshmimunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lakshmimunda
Where is Lakshmimunda located?
Lakshmimunda village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakshmimunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakshmimunda is Baneimunda.
What is the pincode of Lakshmimunda?
The pincode of Lakshmimunda is 767025.
What is the population of Lakshmimunda?
Lakshmimunda has a total population of 273, including 151 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Lakshmimunda?
There are 69 households in Lakshmimunda.
What is the literacy rate in Lakshmimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakshmimunda is 66.30%. Male literacy is 78.15% and female literacy is 51.64%.