Laxmanapalli - Polasara, Ganjam
Laxmanapalli is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 72 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Budhaisuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laxmanapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laxmanapalli is 411584. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Laxmanapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laxmanapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Laxmanapalli village had a total population of 1,159 people, including 564 males and 595 females, living in 255 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.55%, with male literacy at 86.77% and female literacy at 68.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 1,159 | 564 | 595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 65 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 798 | 433 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 131 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Laxmanapalli
Laxmanapalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sunaribuguda | North-East | 1.01 km |
| Budheisuni | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Madhupalli | East | 1.67 km |
| Belagan | West | 1.92 km |
| Chandiramachandrapur | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Manasila | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Banaramachandrapur | North | 2.11 km |
| Sanabaragam | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Jilunda | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Baghadimadhusudanpur | South-West | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laxmanapalli
Laxmanapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khallikot, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Polasara to Laxmanapalli is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Laxmanapalli is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laxmanapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laxmanapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Laxmanapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laxmanapalli 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Laxmanapalli
Where is Laxmanapalli located?
Laxmanapalli village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Laxmanapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Laxmanapalli is Budhaisuni.
What is the pincode of Laxmanapalli?
The pincode of Laxmanapalli is 761105.
What is the population of Laxmanapalli?
Laxmanapalli had a total population of 1,159, including 564 males and 595 females.
How many households are there in Laxmanapalli?
Laxmanapalli had 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laxmanapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laxmanapalli was 77.55%. Male literacy was 86.77% and female literacy was 68.87%.