Lankamunda - K. Nuagaon, Kandhamal
Lankamunda is a village situated in the K. Nuagaon tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Baliguda and around 85 km from Phulbani. Adimaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lankamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lankamunda is 416693. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Lankamunda 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 Lankamunda
As per Census 2011, Lankamunda village has a total population of 53 people, consisting of 29 males and 24 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 827 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 20 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lankamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 23 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 6 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Lankamunda
Lankamunda 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 Lankamunda
Public transport in the Lankamunda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Lankamunda is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Lankamunda is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lankamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lankamunda 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Lankamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lankamunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lankamunda
Where is Lankamunda located?
Lankamunda village is located in K. Nuagaon Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lankamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Lankamunda is Adimaha.
What is the pincode of Lankamunda?
The pincode of Lankamunda is 762103.
What is the population of Lankamunda?
Lankamunda has a total population of 53, including 29 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Lankamunda?
There are 15 households in Lankamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Lankamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lankamunda is 62.26%. Male literacy is 79.31% and female literacy is 41.67%.