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
According to the 2011 Census, Lankamunda village had a total population of 53 people, including 29 males and 24 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 828 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.74%, with male literacy at 92.00% and female literacy at 47.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 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 had a total population of 53, including 29 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Lankamunda?
Lankamunda had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lankamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lankamunda was 71.74%. Male literacy was 92.00% and female literacy was 47.62%.