Laireju - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Laireju is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mallikapadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laireju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laireju is 415848. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Laireju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laireju
According to the 2011 Census, Laireju village had a total population of 37 people, including 16 males and 21 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,313 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.33%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 12 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Laireju
Laireju 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 Laireju
Public transport in the Laireju 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 G. Udayagiri to Laireju is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Laireju is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laireju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laireju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Laireju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laireju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Laireju
Where is Laireju located?
Laireju village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laireju?
The Gram Panchayat of Laireju is Mallikapadi.
What is the pincode of Laireju?
The pincode of Laireju is 762100.
What is the population of Laireju?
Laireju had a total population of 37, including 16 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Laireju?
Laireju had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laireju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laireju was 33.33%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 33.33%.