Likhiria - Tusura, Balangir

Likhiria is a village situated in the Tusura tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from Tushura and around 30 km from Balangir. Rusuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Likhiria village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Likhiria is 420425. The village covers a total geographical area of 269 hectares and falls under the 767030 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.

Likhiria 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 Likhiria

According to the 2011 Census, Likhiria village had a total population of 1,123 people, including 554 males and 569 females, living in 291 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.54%, with male literacy at 74.90% and female literacy at 54.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 819.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Likhiria

Likhiria 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Likhiria

Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Likhiria. The nearest railway station is Deogan Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 3.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balangir to Likhiria is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Likhiria is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Likhiria

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Likhiria village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Likhiria

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Likhiria village are given below:

FAQs about Likhiria