Laitara
Laitara is a village located in Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Kesinga (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Laitara village is also a gram panchayat.
Laitara has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Laitara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Laitara is 422339. The village spans a total geographical area of 572 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766012. Kesinga is nearest town to Laitara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Laitara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Laitara
Population of Laitara
Below is a concise population overview of Laitara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,090 | 1,023 | 1,067 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 132 | 127 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 184 | 199 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 691 | 336 | 355 |
Literate Population | 1,257 | 673 | 584 |
Illiterate Population | 833 | 350 | 483 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Laitara village:
- The total population of Laitara village is around 2,090, including approximately 1,023 males and 1,067 females, with a sex ratio of 1043 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 259 children aged 0–6 years in Laitara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Laitara village has 383 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 691 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Laitara village is about 60.14%, with male literacy at 65.79% and female literacy at 54.73%.
- There are around 555 households in Laitara village.
Connectivity of Laitara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Laitara. As per the 2011 stats, Laitara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Laitara
Knowing the nearby villages of Laitara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Laitara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Laitara
- Where is Laitara located?
- Laitara village is situated in Kesinga Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Laitara?
- Laitara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Laitara?
- The pincode of Laitara is 766012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Laitara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Laitara is 2,090, with 1,023 males and 1,067 females.
- How many households are there in Laitara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Laitara village has a total of 555 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Laitara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Laitara is 60.14%. The male literacy rate is 65.79%, while the female literacy rate is 54.73%.