Landikusum - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Landikusum is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kakharujhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Landikusum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Landikusum is 416073. The village falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Landikusum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Landikusum
As per Census 2011, Landikusum village has a total population of 117 people, consisting of 54 males and 63 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,166 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 102 literate and 15 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Landikusum are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 117 | 54 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 4 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Landikusum
Landikusum 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 Landikusum
Landikusum is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 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 G. Udayagiri to Landikusum is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Landikusum is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Landikusum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Landikusum 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 Landikusum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Landikusum 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 Landikusum
Where is Landikusum located?
Landikusum village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Landikusum?
The Gram Panchayat of Landikusum is Kakharujhol.
What is the pincode of Landikusum?
The pincode of Landikusum is 762028.
What is the population of Landikusum?
Landikusum has a total population of 117, including 54 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Landikusum?
There are 27 households in Landikusum.
What is the literacy rate in Landikusum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Landikusum is 87.18%. Male literacy is 92.59% and female literacy is 82.54%.