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
According to the 2011 Census, Lochekaparu village had a total population of 58 people, including 25 males and 33 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,320 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.57%, with male literacy at 36.84% and female literacy at 7.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 58, including 25 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Lochekaparu?
Lochekaparu had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lochekaparu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lochekaparu was 19.57%. Male literacy was 36.84% and female literacy was 7.41%.