Lamkani - Saintala, Balangir
Lamkani is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Talbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lamkani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamkani is 421084. The village covers a total geographical area of 361 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Lamkani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lamkani
As per Census 2011, Lamkani village has a total population of 457 people, consisting of 248 males and 209 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 217 literate and 240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 115 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lamkani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 457 | 248 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 146 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 102 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Lamkani
Lamkani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talbahal` | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Rengali Bahal | West | 2.66 km |
| Suliamal | North | 2.68 km |
| Dhunkeda | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Saledamak | North | 4.00 km |
| Kumbhekela | South | 4.05 km |
| Karamtula | South-West | 4.06 km |
| Ekagudi | North | 4.31 km |
| Brahmani | South-East | 4.43 km |
| Jhimanpali | West | 4.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lamkani
Lamkani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.7 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 Titlagarh to Lamkani is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Lamkani is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamkani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamkani 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 Lamkani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamkani 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 Lamkani
Where is Lamkani located?
Lamkani village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lamkani?
The Gram Panchayat of Lamkani is Talbahal.
What is the pincode of Lamkani?
The pincode of Lamkani is 767032.
What is the population of Lamkani?
Lamkani has a total population of 457, including 248 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Lamkani?
There are 106 households in Lamkani.
What is the literacy rate in Lamkani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamkani is 47.48%. Male literacy is 58.87% and female literacy is 33.97%.