Lokarli - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Lokarli is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Pedavalda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lokarli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lokarli is 428843. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Lokarli 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 Lokarli
As per Census 2011, Lokarli village has a total population of 218 people, consisting of 116 males and 102 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 214 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lokarli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 218 | 116 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 114 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 96 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Lokarli
Lokarli 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 Lokarli
Lokarli 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 Rayagada to Lokarli is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Lokarli is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lokarli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lokarli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lokarli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lokarli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lokarli
Where is Lokarli located?
Lokarli village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lokarli?
The Gram Panchayat of Lokarli is Pedavalda.
What is the pincode of Lokarli?
The pincode of Lokarli is 764027.
What is the population of Lokarli?
Lokarli has a total population of 218, including 116 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Lokarli?
There are 48 households in Lokarli.
What is the literacy rate in Lokarli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lokarli is 14.22%. Male literacy is 17.24% and female literacy is 10.78%.