Lermunhi - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Lermunhi is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Lakhabahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lermunhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lermunhi is 423008. The village covers a total geographical area of 182 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Lermunhi 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 Lermunhi
As per Census 2011, Lermunhi village has a total population of 228 people, consisting of 105 males and 123 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,171 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 37 literate and 191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 155 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lermunhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 228 | 105 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 28 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 73 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 27 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 78 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Lermunhi
Lermunhi 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 Lermunhi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Lermunhi.
| 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 Lermunhi is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lermunhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lermunhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lermunhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lermunhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lermunhi
Where is Lermunhi located?
Lermunhi village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lermunhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Lermunhi is Lakhabahali.
What is the pincode of Lermunhi?
The pincode of Lermunhi is 766027.
What is the population of Lermunhi?
Lermunhi has a total population of 228, including 105 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Lermunhi?
There are 48 households in Lermunhi.
What is the literacy rate in Lermunhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lermunhi is 16.23%. Male literacy is 25.71% and female literacy is 8.13%.