Lamer - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Lamer is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bhurtigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lamer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamer is 422904. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Lamer 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 Lamer
As per Census 2011, Lamer village has a total population of 26 people, consisting of 13 males and 13 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6 literate and 20 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lamer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 9 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Lamer
Lamer 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 Lamer
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lamer.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Lamer is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Lamer is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lamer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamer 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 Lamer
Where is Lamer located?
Lamer village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lamer?
The Gram Panchayat of Lamer is Bhurtigarh.
What is the pincode of Lamer?
The pincode of Lamer is 766020.
What is the population of Lamer?
Lamer has a total population of 26, including 13 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Lamer?
There are 6 households in Lamer.
What is the literacy rate in Lamer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamer is 23.08%. Male literacy is 30.77% and female literacy is 15.38%.