Laichhanpur - Bhograi, Balasore
Laichhanpur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Bhograi and around 81 km from Baleshwar. Hunguli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laichhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laichhanpur is 391771. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 756037 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Laichhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laichhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Laichhanpur village had a total population of 408 people, including 203 males and 205 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.21%, with male literacy at 99.48% and female literacy at 86.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 408 | 203 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 192 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 11 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Laichhanpur
Laichhanpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Laichhanpur
Laichhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Laichhanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Laichhanpur is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Laichhanpur is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laichhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laichhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Laichhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laichhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Laichhanpur
Where is Laichhanpur located?
Laichhanpur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Laichhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Laichhanpur is Hunguli.
What is the pincode of Laichhanpur?
The pincode of Laichhanpur is 756037.
What is the population of Laichhanpur?
Laichhanpur had a total population of 408, including 203 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Laichhanpur?
Laichhanpur had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laichhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laichhanpur was 93.21%. Male literacy was 99.48% and female literacy was 86.84%.