Lingagada - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Lingagada is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Lingagada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingagada is 415818. The village covers a total geographical area of 253 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lingagada 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 Lingagada
As per Census 2011, Lingagada village has a total population of 910 people, consisting of 313 males and 597 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 1,907 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 671 literate and 239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 696 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lingagada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 910 | 313 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 60 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 21 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 696 | 211 | 485 |
| Literate Population | 671 | 230 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 83 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Lingagada
Lingagada 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 Lingagada
Lingagada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Lingagada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Lingagada is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lingagada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingagada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lingagada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingagada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lingagada
Where is Lingagada located?
Lingagada village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingagada?
Lingagada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lingagada?
The pincode of Lingagada is 762100.
What is the population of Lingagada?
Lingagada has a total population of 910, including 313 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Lingagada?
There are 175 households in Lingagada.
What is the literacy rate in Lingagada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingagada is 73.74%. Male literacy is 73.48% and female literacy is 73.87%.