Laikera - Laikera, Jharsuguda
Laikera is a village situated in the Laikera tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Laikera and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Laikera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laikera is 381222. The village covers a total geographical area of 562 hectares and falls under the 768215 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Laikera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laikera
As per Census 2011, Laikera village has a total population of 2,412 people, consisting of 1,194 males and 1,218 females. The village has 602 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,877 literate and 535 illiterate residents. Additionally, 337 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 451 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laikera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Laikera
Laikera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panpali | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Rengalbeda | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Udiapali | South | 2.49 km |
| Aintapali | East | 3.13 km |
| Majurdima | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Kirmira | West | 3.45 km |
| Gurlabahal | North | 3.59 km |
| Muradipali | South-West | 4.08 km |
| Kankmal | South-East | 4.51 km |
| Naksapali | North-West | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laikera
Laikera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bagdihi, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Laikera is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laikera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laikera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Laikera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laikera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Laikera
Where is Laikera located?
Laikera village is located in Laikera Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laikera?
Laikera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Laikera?
The pincode of Laikera is 768215.
What is the population of Laikera?
Laikera has a total population of 2,412, including 1,194 males and 1,218 females.
How many households are there in Laikera?
There are 602 households in Laikera.
What is the literacy rate in Laikera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laikera is 77.82%. Male literacy is 82.41% and female literacy is 73.32%.