Loharsada - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Loharsada is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dudkaranja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loharsada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loharsada is 422677. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Loharsada 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 Loharsada
As per Census 2011, Loharsada village has a total population of 116 people, consisting of 56 males and 60 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Loharsada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 116 | 56 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 52 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 38 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Loharsada
Loharsada 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 Loharsada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Loharsada.
| 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 Loharsada is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loharsada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loharsada 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 Loharsada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loharsada 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 Loharsada
Where is Loharsada located?
Loharsada village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loharsada?
The Gram Panchayat of Loharsada is Dudkaranja.
What is the pincode of Loharsada?
The pincode of Loharsada is 766100.
What is the population of Loharsada?
Loharsada has a total population of 116, including 56 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Loharsada?
There are 30 households in Loharsada.
What is the literacy rate in Loharsada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loharsada is 26.72%. Male literacy is 32.14% and female literacy is 21.67%.