Lanjigarh
Lanjigarh is a village located in Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Lanjigarh (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Lanjigarh village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lanjigarh unique in its vibrant Lanjigarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Lanjigarh’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lanjigarh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lanjigarh is 422987. The village spans a total geographical area of 479 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766027. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Lanjigarh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.
Google Map of Lanjigarh
Population of Lanjigarh
According to the 2011 Census, Lanjigarh has a total population of about 4,371, with approximately 2,355 males and 2,016 females. The sex ratio is around 856 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 669 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,080 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 648. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.49%, with male literacy at about 66.75% and female literacy near 44.49%. There are around 988 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lanjigarh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,371 | 2,355 | 2,016 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 669 | 345 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,080 | 592 | 488 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 648 | 353 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 2,469 | 1,572 | 897 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,902 | 783 | 1,119 |
Connectivity of Lanjigarh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lanjigarh. As per the 2011 stats, Lanjigarh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lanjigarh
Knowing the nearby villages of Lanjigarh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lanjigarh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lanjigarh
- Where is Lanjigarh located?
- Lanjigarh village is situated in Lanjigarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lanjigarh?
- Lanjigarh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Lanjigarh?
- The pincode of Lanjigarh is 766027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lanjigarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lanjigarh is 4,371, with 2,355 males and 2,016 females.
- How many households are there in Lanjigarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lanjigarh village has a total of 988 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lanjigarh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lanjigarh is 56.49%. The male literacy rate is 66.75%, while the female literacy rate is 44.49%.