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
According to the 2011 Census, Laumunda village had a total population of 3,429 people, including 1,760 males and 1,669 females, living in 925 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.04%, with male literacy at 83.88% and female literacy at 67.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 379, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 138.
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 | 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 had a total population of 3,429, including 1,760 males and 1,669 females.
How many households are there in Laumunda?
Laumunda had 925 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laumunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laumunda was 76.04%. Male literacy was 83.88% and female literacy was 67.81%.