Lobengarh - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Lobengarh is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Lubengada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lobengarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lobengarh is 422559. The village covers a total geographical area of 206 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 103 km away.
Lobengarh 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 Lobengarh
According to the 2011 Census, Lobengarh village had a total population of 625 people, including 351 males and 274 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 781 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.64%, with male literacy at 69.14% and female literacy at 25.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 510.
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 | 625 | 351 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 95 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 510 | 291 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 177 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 392 | 174 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Lobengarh
Lobengarh 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 Lobengarh
Public transport in the Lobengarh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kesinga to Lobengarh is about 103 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Lobengarh is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lobengarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lobengarh 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 Lobengarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lobengarh 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 Lobengarh
Where is Lobengarh located?
Lobengarh village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lobengarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Lobengarh is Lubengada.
What is the pincode of Lobengarh?
The pincode of Lobengarh is 766102.
What is the population of Lobengarh?
Lobengarh had a total population of 625, including 351 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Lobengarh?
Lobengarh had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lobengarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lobengarh was 48.64%. Male literacy was 69.14% and female literacy was 25.11%.