Lampada - Mohana, Gajapati
Lampada is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Lobarsing serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lampada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lampada is 413955. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 761017 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Lampada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lampada
As per Census 2011, Lampada village has a total population of 131 people, consisting of 70 males and 61 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lampada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 69 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 24 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 46 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Lampada
Lampada 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 Lampada
Lampada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Digapahandi to Lampada is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Lampada is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lampada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lampada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lampada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lampada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lampada
Where is Lampada located?
Lampada village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lampada?
The Gram Panchayat of Lampada is Lobarsing.
What is the pincode of Lampada?
The pincode of Lampada is 761017.
What is the population of Lampada?
Lampada has a total population of 131, including 70 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Lampada?
There are 26 households in Lampada.
What is the literacy rate in Lampada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lampada is 23.66%. Male literacy is 34.29% and female literacy is 11.48%.