Lainguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Lainguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Karlapat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lainguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lainguda is 424279. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Lainguda 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 Lainguda
According to the 2011 Census, Lainguda village had a total population of 114 people, including 56 males and 58 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.03%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 53.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 66.
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 | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 36 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 20 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Lainguda
Lainguda 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 Lainguda
Lainguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Lainguda is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lainguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lainguda 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 Lainguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lainguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lainguda
Where is Lainguda located?
Lainguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lainguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Lainguda is Karlapat.
What is the pincode of Lainguda?
The pincode of Lainguda is 766037.
What is the population of Lainguda?
Lainguda had a total population of 114, including 56 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Lainguda?
Lainguda had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lainguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lainguda was 67.03%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 53.19%.