Letingia - K. Nuagaon, Kandhamal
Letingia is a village situated in the K. Nuagaon tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from Nuagaon and around 85 km from Phulbani. Letingia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Letingia is 416886. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 762102 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Letingia 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 Letingia
According to the 2011 Census, Letingia village had a total population of 458 people, including 231 males and 227 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.85%, with male literacy at 74.26% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 458 | 231 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 150 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 81 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Letingia
Letingia 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 Letingia
Public transport in the Letingia 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 Letingia is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Letingia 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 Letingia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Letingia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Letingia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Letingia 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 Letingia
Where is Letingia located?
Letingia village is located in K. Nuagaon Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Letingia?
Letingia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Letingia?
The pincode of Letingia is 762102.
What is the population of Letingia?
Letingia had a total population of 458, including 231 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Letingia?
Letingia had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Letingia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Letingia was 53.85%. Male literacy was 74.26% and female literacy was 33.33%.