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.
Here you can discover what makes Lunga unique in its vibrant Basudebpur-Bhadrak region. You’ll see Lunga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Lunga has a total population of about 3,016, with approximately 1,478 males and 1,538 females. The sex ratio is around 1040 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 391 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,317 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.41%, with male literacy at about 81.39% and female literacy near 63.78%. There are around 692 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lunga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.