Langasahi - Rayagada, Gajapati
Langasahi is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayagada and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Laxmipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Langasahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Langasahi is 414790. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 761212 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Langasahi 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 Langasahi
According to the 2011 Census, Langasahi village had a total population of 164 people, including 82 males and 82 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.94%, with male literacy at 29.82% and female literacy at 5.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
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 | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 17 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 65 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Langasahi
Langasahi 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 Langasahi
Public transport in the Langasahi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Langasahi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Langasahi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Langasahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Langasahi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Langasahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Langasahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Langasahi
Where is Langasahi located?
Langasahi village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Langasahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Langasahi is Laxmipur.
What is the pincode of Langasahi?
The pincode of Langasahi is 761212.
What is the population of Langasahi?
Langasahi had a total population of 164, including 82 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Langasahi?
Langasahi had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Langasahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langasahi was 16.94%. Male literacy was 29.82% and female literacy was 5.97%.