Lahanda - Attabira, Bargarh
Lahanda is a village situated in the Attabira tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Attabira and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Lahanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lahanda is 380859. The village covers a total geographical area of 1972 hectares and falls under the 768111 pincode. Burla is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Lahanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Attabira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lahanda
As per Census 2011, Lahanda village has a total population of 6,183 people, consisting of 3,126 males and 3,057 females. The village has 1,493 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 728 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,795 literate and 2,388 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,119 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lahanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,183 | 3,126 | 3,057 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 728 | 383 | 345 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,176 | 612 | 564 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,119 | 1,064 | 1,055 |
| Literate Population | 3,795 | 2,143 | 1,652 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,388 | 983 | 1,405 |
Nearby Villages of Lahanda
Lahanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Babubandha | South-East | 4.10 km |
| Silat | West | 4.39 km |
| Baijamunda | East | 4.66 km |
| Kalamati | South-East | 4.78 km |
| Nuabatimunda | North | 5.30 km |
| Sansinghari | East | 6.01 km |
| Larasara | South-West | 6.25 km |
| Kujapali | South | 6.45 km |
| Tupapara | South-West | 6.58 km |
| Mahakhand | South | 6.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lahanda
Lahanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Godbhaga, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Burla to Lahanda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Lahanda 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 Lahanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lahanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lahanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lahanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lahanda
Where is Lahanda located?
Lahanda village is located in Attabira Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lahanda?
Lahanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lahanda?
The pincode of Lahanda is 768111.
What is the population of Lahanda?
Lahanda has a total population of 6,183, including 3,126 males and 3,057 females.
How many households are there in Lahanda?
There are 1,493 households in Lahanda.
What is the literacy rate in Lahanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lahanda is 61.38%. Male literacy is 68.55% and female literacy is 54.04%.