Lankapada - Tirtol, Jagatsinghapur
Lankapada is a village situated in the Tirtol tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirtol and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Kanimula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lankapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lankapada is 397486. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 754137 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Lankapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirtol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lankapada
According to the 2011 Census, Lankapada village had a total population of 1,018 people, including 520 males and 498 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.91%, with male literacy at 94.40% and female literacy at 83.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 227.
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 | 1,018 | 520 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 38 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 116 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 826 | 455 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 65 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Lankapada
Lankapada 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 Lankapada
Lankapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Lankapada is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lankapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lankapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lankapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lankapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lankapada
Where is Lankapada located?
Lankapada village is located in Tirtol Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lankapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Lankapada is Kanimula.
What is the pincode of Lankapada?
The pincode of Lankapada is 754137.
What is the population of Lankapada?
Lankapada had a total population of 1,018, including 520 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Lankapada?
Lankapada had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lankapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lankapada was 88.91%. Male literacy was 94.40% and female literacy was 83.00%.