Lakhabahali - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Lakhabahali is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Badkarlakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhabahali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhabahali is 424183. The village covers a total geographical area of 771 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Lakhabahali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhabahali
As per Census 2011, Lakhabahali village has a total population of 1,380 people, consisting of 666 males and 714 females. The village has 358 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 486 literate and 894 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 734 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhabahali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,380 | 666 | 714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 105 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 117 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 734 | 349 | 385 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 312 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 894 | 354 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhabahali
Lakhabahali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sileijor | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Pabli | South | 2.41 km |
| Ekataguda | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Badakarlakote | East | 2.67 km |
| Sargiguda | North | 3.78 km |
| Sagjor | North | 4.11 km |
| Banjibahal | North-East | 4.25 km |
| Pratappur | East | 5.40 km |
| Hirapur | South-East | 5.62 km |
| Chachiguda | North | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhabahali
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Lakhabahali. The nearest railway station is Tikiri, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Junagarh to Lakhabahali is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Lakhabahali is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhabahali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhabahali 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 Lakhabahali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhabahali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lakhabahali
Where is Lakhabahali located?
Lakhabahali village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhabahali?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhabahali is Badkarlakot.
What is the pincode of Lakhabahali?
The pincode of Lakhabahali is 766018.
What is the population of Lakhabahali?
Lakhabahali has a total population of 1,380, including 666 males and 714 females.
How many households are there in Lakhabahali?
There are 358 households in Lakhabahali.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhabahali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhabahali is 35.22%. Male literacy is 46.85% and female literacy is 24.37%.