Lochapada
About Lochapada
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Lochapada village is 412836. Lochapada village is located in Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Digapahandi (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Bonthapalli is the gram panchayat of Lochapada village.
The total geographical area of village is 181 hectares. Lochapada has a total population of 172 peoples, out of which male population is 77 while female population is 95. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1233 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of lochapada village is 37.21% out of which 42.86% males and 32.63% females are literate. There are about 57 houses in lochapada village. Pincode of lochapada village locality is 760002.
When it comes to administration, Lochapada village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Lochapada village comes under Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Berhampur Lok Sabha constituency. Brahmapur is nearest town to lochapada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Lochapada
The population details of Lochapada cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 172 | 77 | 95 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 170 | 77 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 44 | 64 |
Connectivity of Lochapada
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lochapada
Where is Lochapada located?
Lochapada village is situated in Digapahandi Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lochapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Lochapada is Bonthapalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lochapada?
The pincode of Lochapada is 760002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lochapada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lochapada is 172, with 77 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Lochapada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lochapada village has a total of 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lochapada as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lochapada is 37.21%. The male literacy rate is 42.86%, while the female literacy rate is 32.63%.