Laxmisula - Oupada, Balasore
Laxmisula is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Oupada and around 62 km from Baleshwar. Aghirapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laxmisula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laxmisula is 393347. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Laxmisula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laxmisula
According to the 2011 Census, Laxmisula village had a total population of 183 people, including 76 males and 107 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,408 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.53%, with male literacy at 42.37% and female literacy at 13.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 156.
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 | 183 | 76 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 17 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 62 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 25 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 51 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Laxmisula
Laxmisula 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 Laxmisula
Public transport in the Laxmisula is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Laxmisula is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Laxmisula is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laxmisula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laxmisula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Laxmisula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laxmisula 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 Laxmisula
Where is Laxmisula located?
Laxmisula village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Laxmisula?
The Gram Panchayat of Laxmisula is Aghirapada.
What is the pincode of Laxmisula?
The pincode of Laxmisula is 756049.
What is the population of Laxmisula?
Laxmisula had a total population of 183, including 76 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Laxmisula?
Laxmisula had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laxmisula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laxmisula was 25.53%. Male literacy was 42.37% and female literacy was 13.41%.