Lochekaparu - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Lochekaparu is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Jaguguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lochekaparu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lochekaparu is 428742. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Lochekaparu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lochekaparu
As per Census 2011, Lochekaparu village has a total population of 58 people, consisting of 25 males and 33 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 1,320 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lochekaparu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 18 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Lochekaparu
Lochekaparu 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 Lochekaparu
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Lochekaparu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Lochekaparu is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Lochekaparu is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lochekaparu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lochekaparu 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 Lochekaparu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lochekaparu 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 Lochekaparu
Where is Lochekaparu located?
Lochekaparu village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lochekaparu?
The Gram Panchayat of Lochekaparu is Jaguguda.
What is the pincode of Lochekaparu?
The pincode of Lochekaparu is 764027.
What is the population of Lochekaparu?
Lochekaparu has a total population of 58, including 25 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Lochekaparu?
There are 14 households in Lochekaparu.
What is the literacy rate in Lochekaparu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lochekaparu is 15.52%. Male literacy is 28.00% and female literacy is 6.06%.