Lokanathpur - Nischintakoili, Cuttack
Lokanathpur is a village situated in the Nischintakoili tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nischintakoili and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Kentalo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lokanathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lokanathpur is 399789. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 754209 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Lokanathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lokanathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Lokanathpur village had a total population of 473 people, including 246 males and 227 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.04%, with male literacy at 91.56% and female literacy at 82.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67.
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 | 473 | 246 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 206 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 40 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Lokanathpur
Lokanathpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Lokanathpur
Public transport in the Lokanathpur is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Cuttack to Lokanathpur is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lokanathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lokanathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lokanathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lokanathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lokanathpur
Where is Lokanathpur located?
Lokanathpur village is located in Nischintakoili Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lokanathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lokanathpur is Kentalo.
What is the pincode of Lokanathpur?
The pincode of Lokanathpur is 754209.
What is the population of Lokanathpur?
Lokanathpur had a total population of 473, including 246 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Lokanathpur?
Lokanathpur had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lokanathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lokanathpur was 87.04%. Male literacy was 91.56% and female literacy was 82.13%.