Laseri - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Laseri is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 147 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Durgapanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laseri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laseri is 417223. The village covers a total geographical area of 368 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Laseri 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 Laseri
As per Census 2011, Laseri village has a total population of 255 people, consisting of 121 males and 134 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 106 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laseri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 255 | 121 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 39 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 66 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 55 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Laseri
Laseri 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 Laseri
Laseri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Rayagada to Laseri is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Laseri is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laseri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laseri 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 Laseri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laseri 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 Laseri
Where is Laseri located?
Laseri village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laseri?
The Gram Panchayat of Laseri is Durgapanga.
What is the pincode of Laseri?
The pincode of Laseri is 762105.
What is the population of Laseri?
Laseri has a total population of 255, including 121 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Laseri?
There are 65 households in Laseri.
What is the literacy rate in Laseri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laseri is 41.57%. Male literacy is 54.55% and female literacy is 29.85%.