Lenguri - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Lenguri is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Rebingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lenguri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lenguri is 416596. The village covers a total geographical area of 187 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Lenguri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lenguri
As per Census 2011, Lenguri village has a total population of 84 people, consisting of 43 males and 41 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21 literate and 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lenguri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 16 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 32 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Lenguri
Lenguri 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 Lenguri
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Lenguri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Lenguri is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Lenguri is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lenguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lenguri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lenguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lenguri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lenguri
Where is Lenguri located?
Lenguri village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lenguri?
The Gram Panchayat of Lenguri is Rebingia.
What is the pincode of Lenguri?
The pincode of Lenguri is 762110.
What is the population of Lenguri?
Lenguri has a total population of 84, including 43 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Lenguri?
There are 22 households in Lenguri.
What is the literacy rate in Lenguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lenguri is 25.00%. Male literacy is 25.58% and female literacy is 24.39%.