Lamer - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Lamer is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Barabandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lamer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamer is 422670. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 73 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 Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lamer
According to the 2011 Census, Lamer village had a total population of 284 people, including 133 males and 151 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,135 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.13%, with male literacy at 75.86% and female literacy at 57.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 180.
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 | 284 | 133 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 86 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 88 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 45 | 75 |
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
Lamer is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 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 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lamer
Where is Lamer located?
Lamer village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lamer?
The Gram Panchayat of Lamer is Barabandha.
What is the pincode of Lamer?
The pincode of Lamer is 766100.
What is the population of Lamer?
Lamer had a total population of 284, including 133 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Lamer?
Lamer had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lamer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamer was 66.13%. Male literacy was 75.86% and female literacy was 57.58%.