Lundurukona - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Lundurukona is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Garidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lundurukona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lundurukona is 428693. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Lundurukona 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 Lundurukona
As per Census 2011, Lundurukona village has a total population of 331 people, consisting of 167 males and 164 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 147 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 330 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lundurukona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 331 | 167 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 330 | 166 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 91 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 76 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Lundurukona
Lundurukona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rutupai | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Durungiloraguda | South | 1.63 km |
| Ghurusi | West | 2.02 km |
| Sorabadi | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Mundesu | East | 2.65 km |
| Gajabari | South | 2.78 km |
| Dimbaguda | South | 3.26 km |
| Dumadangar | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Mandangitirugudi | North | 3.64 km |
| Nakti | East | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lundurukona
Lundurukona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ladda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Lundurukona is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Lundurukona is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lundurukona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lundurukona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lundurukona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lundurukona 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lundurukona
Where is Lundurukona located?
Lundurukona village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lundurukona?
The Gram Panchayat of Lundurukona is Garidi.
What is the pincode of Lundurukona?
The pincode of Lundurukona is 764027.
What is the population of Lundurukona?
Lundurukona has a total population of 331, including 167 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Lundurukona?
There are 76 households in Lundurukona.
What is the literacy rate in Lundurukona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lundurukona is 44.41%. Male literacy is 54.49% and female literacy is 34.15%.