Loba - Rayagada, Gajapati

Loba is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Garabandha and around 90 km from Paralakhemundi. Gangabada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loba village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Loba is 414871. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 761016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.

Loba 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 Loba

According to the 2011 Census, Loba village had a total population of 53 people, including 21 males and 32 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,524 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.00%, with male literacy at 37.50% and female literacy at 17.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Loba

Loba is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Loba

Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Loba. The nearest railway station is Mandasa Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 143.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Loba is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Loba is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Loba

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loba village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Loba

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loba village are given below:

FAQs about Loba