Laumunda - Bijepur, Bargarh
Laumunda is a village situated in the Bijepur tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijepur and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Laumunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laumunda is 380406. The village covers a total geographical area of 645 hectares and falls under the 768048 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Laumunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laumunda
As per Census 2011, Laumunda village has a total population of 3,429 people, consisting of 1,760 males and 1,669 females. The village has 925 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 387 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,313 literate and 1,116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 379 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 138 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laumunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,429 | 1,760 | 1,669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 387 | 203 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 379 | 189 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 67 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 2,313 | 1,306 | 1,007 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,116 | 454 | 662 |
Nearby Villages of Laumunda
Laumunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budadarha | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Ranimal | South | 1.50 km |
| Cherengamunda | North | 1.73 km |
| Khanda | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Satbandha | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Tangurupadar | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Ailpur | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Bhetiapadar | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Patharla | East | 3.15 km |
| Khalabahal | West | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laumunda
Laumunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dungripadi, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Laumunda is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laumunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laumunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Laumunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laumunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Laumunda
Where is Laumunda located?
Laumunda village is located in Bijepur Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laumunda?
Laumunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Laumunda?
The pincode of Laumunda is 768048.
What is the population of Laumunda?
Laumunda has a total population of 3,429, including 1,760 males and 1,669 females.
How many households are there in Laumunda?
There are 925 households in Laumunda.
What is the literacy rate in Laumunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laumunda is 67.45%. Male literacy is 74.20% and female literacy is 60.34%.