Landabali - Raikia, Kandhamal
Landabali is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Indragarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Landabali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Landabali is 417616. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 762021 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Landabali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Landabali
As per Census 2011, Landabali village has a total population of 465 people, consisting of 211 males and 254 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,203 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 145 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Landabali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 465 | 211 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 20 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 82 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 66 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 141 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 70 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Landabali
Landabali is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bageiju | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Mulukumaha | South | 1.79 km |
| Baiballi | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Dhepaguda | East | 2.98 km |
| Naipeta | South | 4.07 km |
| Gandharibhuin | South | 4.51 km |
| Dakapanga | South-East | 4.76 km |
| Ganiamentu | South | 5.29 km |
| Naringipali | South | 5.47 km |
| Pipalabadi | South-East | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Landabali
Public transport in the Landabali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bhanjanagar to Landabali is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Landabali is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Landabali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Landabali 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Landabali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Landabali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Landabali
Where is Landabali located?
Landabali village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Landabali?
The Gram Panchayat of Landabali is Indragarh.
What is the pincode of Landabali?
The pincode of Landabali is 762021.
What is the population of Landabali?
Landabali has a total population of 465, including 211 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Landabali?
There are 115 households in Landabali.
What is the literacy rate in Landabali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Landabali is 53.76%. Male literacy is 66.82% and female literacy is 42.91%.