Lachhamakana - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Lachhamakana is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Janakadeipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachhamakana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachhamakana is 397455. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 754110 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Lachhamakana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lachhamakana
As per Census 2011, Lachhamakana village has a total population of 340 people, consisting of 166 males and 174 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 270 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachhamakana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 340 | 166 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 46 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 141 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 25 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Lachhamakana
Lachhamakana 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 Lachhamakana
Public transport in the Lachhamakana is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Paradip to Lachhamakana is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Lachhamakana is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lachhamakana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachhamakana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lachhamakana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachhamakana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lachhamakana
Where is Lachhamakana located?
Lachhamakana village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachhamakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachhamakana is Janakadeipur.
What is the pincode of Lachhamakana?
The pincode of Lachhamakana is 754110.
What is the population of Lachhamakana?
Lachhamakana has a total population of 340, including 166 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Lachhamakana?
There are 88 households in Lachhamakana.
What is the literacy rate in Lachhamakana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachhamakana is 79.41%. Male literacy is 84.94% and female literacy is 74.14%.