Lenkidiguda - Similiguda, Koraput
Lenkidiguda is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from Nandapur and around 49 km from Koraput. Parajamuthai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lenkidiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lenkidiguda is 429894. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Lenkidiguda 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 Lenkidiguda
As per Census 2011, Lenkidiguda village has a total population of 301 people, consisting of 145 males and 156 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 132 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lenkidiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 301 | 145 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 63 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 59 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 86 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Lenkidiguda
Lenkidiguda 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 Lenkidiguda
Public transport in the Lenkidiguda 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 >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 Lenkidiguda is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Lenkidiguda 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 Lenkidiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lenkidiguda 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 Lenkidiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lenkidiguda 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 Lenkidiguda
Where is Lenkidiguda located?
Lenkidiguda village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lenkidiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Lenkidiguda is Parajamuthai.
What is the pincode of Lenkidiguda?
The pincode of Lenkidiguda is 764037.
What is the population of Lenkidiguda?
Lenkidiguda has a total population of 301, including 145 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Lenkidiguda?
There are 87 households in Lenkidiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Lenkidiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lenkidiguda is 31.56%. Male literacy is 40.69% and female literacy is 23.08%.