Laida - Patrapur, Ganjam
Laida is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from Ramagiri and around 100 km from Chatrapur. Burutala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laida village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laida is 413455. The village covers a total geographical area of 279 hectares and falls under the 761005 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Laida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laida
According to the 2011 Census, Laida village had a total population of 143 people, including 63 males and 80 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,270 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.80%, with male literacy at 30.00% and female literacy at 8.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 143.
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 | 143 | 63 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 63 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 48 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Laida
Laida 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 Laida
Public transport in the Laida 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Laida is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Laida is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laida 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Laida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laida village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Laida
Where is Laida located?
Laida village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Laida?
The Gram Panchayat of Laida is Burutala.
What is the pincode of Laida?
The pincode of Laida is 761005.
What is the population of Laida?
Laida had a total population of 143, including 63 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Laida?
Laida had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laida was 17.80%. Male literacy was 30.00% and female literacy was 8.82%.