Ladugaon - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Ladugaon is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Ladugaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ladugaon is 424064. The village covers a total geographical area of 1235 hectares and falls under the 766019 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Ladugaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ladugaon
As per Census 2011, Ladugaon village has a total population of 6,520 people, consisting of 3,303 males and 3,217 females. The village has 1,617 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 850 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,831 literate and 2,689 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,531 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,400 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ladugaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,520 | 3,303 | 3,217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 850 | 447 | 403 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,531 | 771 | 760 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,400 | 688 | 712 |
| Literate Population | 3,831 | 2,296 | 1,535 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,689 | 1,007 | 1,682 |
Nearby Villages of Ladugaon
Ladugaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pitabaspur | South | 2.35 km |
| Ainli | East | 2.55 km |
| Sunamal | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Chikili | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Supad | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Gambhariguda | North | 3.41 km |
| Uchhala | South | 3.89 km |
| Dhansara | East | 4.07 km |
| Kendudangari | West | 4.39 km |
| Olma | North | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ladugaon
Ladugaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Ladugaon is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Ladugaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ladugaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ladugaon 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 Ladugaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ladugaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Ladugaon
Where is Ladugaon located?
Ladugaon village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ladugaon?
Ladugaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ladugaon?
The pincode of Ladugaon is 766019.
What is the population of Ladugaon?
Ladugaon has a total population of 6,520, including 3,303 males and 3,217 females.
How many households are there in Ladugaon?
There are 1,617 households in Ladugaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ladugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ladugaon is 58.76%. Male literacy is 69.51% and female literacy is 47.72%.