Ladimaha - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Ladimaha is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 178 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gugurumaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ladimaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ladimaha is 417219. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Ladimaha 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 Ladimaha
According to the 2011 Census, Ladimaha village had a total population of 171 people, including 81 males and 90 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.06%, with male literacy at 55.17% and female literacy at 30.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 148.
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 | 171 | 81 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 70 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 49 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Ladimaha
Ladimaha 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 Ladimaha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ladimaha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Ladimaha is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ladimaha is about 178 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ladimaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ladimaha 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ladimaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ladimaha 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 Ladimaha
Where is Ladimaha located?
Ladimaha village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ladimaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Ladimaha is Gugurumaha.
What is the pincode of Ladimaha?
The pincode of Ladimaha is 762105.
What is the population of Ladimaha?
Ladimaha had a total population of 171, including 81 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Ladimaha?
Ladimaha had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ladimaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ladimaha was 42.06%. Male literacy was 55.17% and female literacy was 30.88%.