Lahunia - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Lahunia is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 62 km from Nuagaon and around 92 km from Chatrapur. Gaudagam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lahunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lahunia is 413016. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 761011 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Lahunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lahunia
According to the 2011 Census, Lahunia village had a total population of 452 people, including 231 males and 221 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.56%, with male literacy at 91.39% and female literacy at 60.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 178.
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 | 452 | 231 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 93 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 191 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 40 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Lahunia
Lahunia 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 Lahunia
Lahunia 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 5-10 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 Digapahandi to Lahunia is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Lahunia is about 92 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 Lahunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lahunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Lahunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lahunia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lahunia
Where is Lahunia located?
Lahunia village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lahunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Lahunia is Gaudagam.
What is the pincode of Lahunia?
The pincode of Lahunia is 761011.
What is the population of Lahunia?
Lahunia had a total population of 452, including 231 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Lahunia?
Lahunia had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lahunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lahunia was 76.56%. Male literacy was 91.39% and female literacy was 60.42%.