Laikera

Laikera is a village located in Laikera tehsil of Jharsuguda district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Laikera (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Jharsuguda. As per 2009 stats, Laikera village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Laikera unique in its vibrant Laikera-Jharsuguda region. You’ll see Laikera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Laikera

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Laikera is 381222. The village spans a total geographical area of 562 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768215. Jharsuguda is nearest town to Laikera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Laikera

According to the 2011 Census, Laikera has a total population of about 2,412, with approximately 1,194 males and 1,218 females. The sex ratio is around 1020 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 224 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 337 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 451. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.82%, with male literacy at about 82.41% and female literacy near 73.32%. There are around 602 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Laikera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,412 1,194 1,218
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 224 117 107
Scheduled Castes (SC) 337 169 168
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 451 221 230
Literate Population 1,877 984 893
Illiterate Population 535 210 325

Connectivity of Laikera

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Laikera. As per the 2011 stats, Laikera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Laikera

Knowing the nearby villages of Laikera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Laikera.

Frequently Asked Questions about Laikera

Where is Laikera located?

Laikera village is situated in Laikera Tehsil, within the Jharsuguda district of Odisha, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Laikera?

Laikera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.

What is the pincode of Laikera?

The pincode of Laikera is 768215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Laikera as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Laikera is 2,412, with 1,194 males and 1,218 females.

How many households are there in Laikera as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Laikera village has a total of 602 households.

What is the literacy rate in Laikera as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Laikera is 77.82%. The male literacy rate is 82.41%, while the female literacy rate is 73.32%.