Lanjigarh Road - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Lanjigarh Road is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Narala and around 35 km from Bhawanipatna. Lanjigarh Road village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lanjigarh Road is 422895. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Lanjigarh Road 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 Lanjigarh Road
According to the 2011 Census, Lanjigarh Road village had a total population of 1,353 people, including 663 males and 690 females, living in 346 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.65%, with male literacy at 86.27% and female literacy at 67.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 348, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 101.
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 | 1,353 | 663 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 73 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 348 | 178 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 48 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 919 | 509 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 154 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Lanjigarh Road
Lanjigarh Road 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 Lanjigarh Road
Lanjigarh Road is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Lanjigarh Road has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Lanjigarh Road is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Lanjigarh Road is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lanjigarh Road
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lanjigarh Road village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lanjigarh Road
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lanjigarh Road village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lanjigarh Road
Where is Lanjigarh Road located?
Lanjigarh Road village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lanjigarh Road?
Lanjigarh Road is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lanjigarh Road?
The pincode of Lanjigarh Road is 766100.
What is the population of Lanjigarh Road?
Lanjigarh Road had a total population of 1,353, including 663 males and 690 females.
How many households are there in Lanjigarh Road?
Lanjigarh Road had 346 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lanjigarh Road?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lanjigarh Road was 76.65%. Male literacy was 86.27% and female literacy was 67.32%.