Lendrikia - Raikia, Kandhamal
Lendrikia is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Manikeswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lendrikia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lendrikia is 417564. The village covers a total geographical area of 16 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Lendrikia 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 Lendrikia
As per Census 2011, Lendrikia village has a total population of 268 people, consisting of 116 males and 152 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,310 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 117 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lendrikia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 268 | 116 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 13 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 43 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 55 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Lendrikia
Lendrikia 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 Lendrikia
Lendrikia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Lendrikia is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Lendrikia is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lendrikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lendrikia 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 Lendrikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lendrikia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lendrikia
Where is Lendrikia located?
Lendrikia village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lendrikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Lendrikia is Manikeswar.
What is the pincode of Lendrikia?
The pincode of Lendrikia is 762101.
What is the population of Lendrikia?
Lendrikia has a total population of 268, including 116 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Lendrikia?
There are 68 households in Lendrikia.
What is the literacy rate in Lendrikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lendrikia is 43.66%. Male literacy is 52.59% and female literacy is 36.84%.