Laxminarayanpur - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Laxminarayanpur is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Turubudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laxminarayanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laxminarayanpur is 412813. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 761007 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Laxminarayanpur 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 Laxminarayanpur
As per Census 2011, Laxminarayanpur village has a total population of 912 people, consisting of 438 males and 474 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 468 literate and 444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laxminarayanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 912 | 438 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 59 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 66 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 273 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 165 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Laxminarayanpur
Laxminarayanpur 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhatramandir | West | 1.16 km |
| Turubudi | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Narasinghapur | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Bijaypadmanabhapur | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Dasipur | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Jharipadar | South | 2.44 km |
| Mangarajpur | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Khajuripalli | East | 2.57 km |
| Ghodapolana | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Anangapur | North | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laxminarayanpur
Laxminarayanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Golanthra, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 127.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Laxminarayanpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Laxminarayanpur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laxminarayanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laxminarayanpur 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 Laxminarayanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laxminarayanpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Laxminarayanpur
Where is Laxminarayanpur located?
Laxminarayanpur village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laxminarayanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Laxminarayanpur is Turubudi.
What is the pincode of Laxminarayanpur?
The pincode of Laxminarayanpur is 761007.
What is the population of Laxminarayanpur?
Laxminarayanpur has a total population of 912, including 438 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Laxminarayanpur?
There are 231 households in Laxminarayanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Laxminarayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laxminarayanpur is 51.32%. Male literacy is 62.33% and female literacy is 41.14%.