Lunga
Lunga is a village located in Basudebpur tehsil of Bhadrak district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Basudebpur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Bhadrak. As per 2009 stats, Lunga village is also a gram panchayat.
Lunga has its own place in the vibrant Bhadrak region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Lunga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lunga is 394976. The village spans a total geographical area of 952 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756124. Bhadrak is nearest town to Lunga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Lunga
Population of Lunga
Below is a concise population overview of Lunga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,016 | 1,478 | 1,538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 197 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,317 | 652 | 665 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,184 | 1,203 | 981 |
| Illiterate Population | 832 | 275 | 557 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lunga village:
- The total population of Lunga village is around 3,016, including approximately 1,478 males and 1,538 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 391 children aged 0–6 years in Lunga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Lunga village has 1,317 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Lunga village is about 72.41%, with male literacy at 81.39% and female literacy at 63.78%.
- There are around 692 households in Lunga village.
Connectivity of Lunga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lunga. As per the 2011 stats, Lunga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lunga
Knowing the nearby villages of Lunga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lunga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lunga
- Where is Lunga located?
- Lunga village is situated in Basudebpur Tehsil, within the Bhadrak district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lunga?
- Lunga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Lunga?
- The pincode of Lunga is 756124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lunga is 3,016, with 1,478 males and 1,538 females.
- How many households are there in Lunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lunga village has a total of 692 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lunga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lunga is 72.41%. The male literacy rate is 81.39%, while the female literacy rate is 63.78%.