Laijodi - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Laijodi is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Nuapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laijodi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laijodi is 416389. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Laijodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laijodi
As per Census 2011, Laijodi village has a total population of 78 people, consisting of 39 males and 39 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 35 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laijodi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 18 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Laijodi
Laijodi 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 Laijodi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Laijodi.
| 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 Phulabani to Laijodi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Laijodi is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laijodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laijodi 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 Laijodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laijodi 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 Laijodi
Where is Laijodi located?
Laijodi village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laijodi?
The Gram Panchayat of Laijodi is Nuapadar.
What is the pincode of Laijodi?
The pincode of Laijodi is 762011.
What is the population of Laijodi?
Laijodi has a total population of 78, including 39 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Laijodi?
There are 15 households in Laijodi.
What is the literacy rate in Laijodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laijodi is 44.87%. Male literacy is 53.85% and female literacy is 35.90%.