Lokamari - Surada, Ganjam
Lokamari is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Badagada and around 120 km from Chatrapur. Ekalapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lokamari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lokamari is 410996. The village covers a total geographical area of 196 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Lokamari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lokamari
As per Census 2011, Lokamari village has a total population of 1,411 people, consisting of 693 males and 718 females. The village has 293 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 768 literate and 643 illiterate residents. Additionally, 354 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lokamari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,411 | 693 | 718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 90 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 354 | 166 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 768 | 465 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 643 | 228 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Lokamari
Lokamari 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 Lokamari
Lokamari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Brahmapur to Lokamari is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Lokamari is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lokamari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lokamari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lokamari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lokamari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lokamari
Where is Lokamari located?
Lokamari village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lokamari?
The Gram Panchayat of Lokamari is Ekalapur.
What is the pincode of Lokamari?
The pincode of Lokamari is 761109.
What is the population of Lokamari?
Lokamari has a total population of 1,411, including 693 males and 718 females.
How many households are there in Lokamari?
There are 293 households in Lokamari.
What is the literacy rate in Lokamari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lokamari is 54.43%. Male literacy is 67.10% and female literacy is 42.20%.