Laumala - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Laumala is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Podapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laumala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laumala is 428657. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Laumala 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 Laumala
As per Census 2011, Laumala village has a total population of 210 people, consisting of 96 males and 114 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,187 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laumala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 210 | 96 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 96 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 40 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 56 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Laumala
Laumala 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 Laumala
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Laumala.
| 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 Sunabeda to Laumala is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Laumala is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laumala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laumala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Laumala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laumala 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 Laumala
Where is Laumala located?
Laumala village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laumala?
The Gram Panchayat of Laumala is Podapadar.
What is the pincode of Laumala?
The pincode of Laumala is 764014.
What is the population of Laumala?
Laumala has a total population of 210, including 96 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Laumala?
There are 46 households in Laumala.
What is the literacy rate in Laumala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laumala is 30.48%. Male literacy is 41.67% and female literacy is 21.05%.