Lochapani - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Lochapani is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 89 km from Paparmetla and around 92 km from Malkangiri . Papermetla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lochapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lochapani is 430674. The village covers a total geographical area of 194 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Lochapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lochapani
According to the 2011 Census, Lochapani village had a total population of 230 people, including 111 males and 119 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,072 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.95%, with male literacy at 39.08% and female literacy at 31.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 230.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 230 | 111 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 111 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 77 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Lochapani
Lochapani 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 Lochapani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lochapani.
| 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 Balimela to Lochapani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Lochapani 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 Lochapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lochapani 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 Lochapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lochapani 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 Lochapani
Where is Lochapani located?
Lochapani village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lochapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Lochapani is Papermetla.
What is the pincode of Lochapani?
The pincode of Lochapani is 764051.
What is the population of Lochapani?
Lochapani had a total population of 230, including 111 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Lochapani?
Lochapani had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lochapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lochapani was 34.95%. Male literacy was 39.08% and female literacy was 31.31%.