Lunjingi - Nandapur, Koraput
Lunjingi is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Hikimput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lunjingi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lunjingi is 429863. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Lunjingi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lunjingi
As per Census 2011, Lunjingi village has a total population of 199 people, consisting of 86 males and 113 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,313 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 57 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 176 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lunjingi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 199 | 86 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 4 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 77 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 41 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 45 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Lunjingi
Lunjingi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Muduliput | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Gaurinayakaput | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Hikimput | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Chitalput | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Niladoraput | West | 2.07 km |
| Sarbaput | South | 2.23 km |
| Khilua | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Nandapur | East | 2.55 km |
| Bodaligura | South | 2.57 km |
| Talageruput | North | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lunjingi
Public transport in the Lunjingi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Machhakunda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Koraput to Lunjingi is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Lunjingi is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lunjingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lunjingi 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 Lunjingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lunjingi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lunjingi
Where is Lunjingi located?
Lunjingi village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lunjingi?
The Gram Panchayat of Lunjingi is Hikimput.
What is the pincode of Lunjingi?
The pincode of Lunjingi is 764037.
What is the population of Lunjingi?
Lunjingi has a total population of 199, including 86 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Lunjingi?
There are 59 households in Lunjingi.
What is the literacy rate in Lunjingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lunjingi is 28.64%. Male literacy is 47.67% and female literacy is 14.16%.