Lendrigan - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Lendrigan is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sadingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lendrigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lendrigan is 416276. The village covers a total geographical area of 310 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Lendrigan 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 Lendrigan
According to the 2011 Census, Lendrigan village had a total population of 646 people, including 321 males and 325 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.42%, with male literacy at 75.91% and female literacy at 35.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 407.
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 | 646 | 321 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 407 | 202 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 208 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 113 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Lendrigan
Lendrigan 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 Lendrigan
Public transport in the Lendrigan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Lendrigan is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Lendrigan is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lendrigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lendrigan 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 Lendrigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lendrigan 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 Lendrigan
Where is Lendrigan located?
Lendrigan village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lendrigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Lendrigan is Sadingia.
What is the pincode of Lendrigan?
The pincode of Lendrigan is 762011.
What is the population of Lendrigan?
Lendrigan had a total population of 646, including 321 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Lendrigan?
Lendrigan had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lendrigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lendrigan was 55.42%. Male literacy was 75.91% and female literacy was 35.36%.