Laichhanpur - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Laichhanpur is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Champadeipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laichhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laichhanpur is 422935. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Laichhanpur 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 Laichhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Laichhanpur village had a total population of 84 people, including 41 males and 43 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.29%, with male literacy at 81.08% and female literacy at 24.24%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 30 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 11 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Laichhanpur
Laichhanpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Laichhanpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Laichhanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhawanipatna to Laichhanpur is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Laichhanpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laichhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laichhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Laichhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laichhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Laichhanpur
Where is Laichhanpur located?
Laichhanpur village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Laichhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Laichhanpur is Champadeipur.
What is the pincode of Laichhanpur?
The pincode of Laichhanpur is 766020.
What is the population of Laichhanpur?
Laichhanpur had a total population of 84, including 41 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Laichhanpur?
Laichhanpur had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laichhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laichhanpur was 54.29%. Male literacy was 81.08% and female literacy was 24.24%.