Laxminarayanpur - Ranapur, Nayagarh
Laxminarayanpur is a village situated in the Ranapur tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranapur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Mahatpalla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laxminarayanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laxminarayanpur is 406918. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 752026 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Laxminarayanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laxminarayanpur
As per Census 2011, Laxminarayanpur village has a total population of 362 people, consisting of 171 males and 191 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,116 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 225 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laxminarayanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 362 | 171 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 120 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 51 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Laxminarayanpur
Laxminarayanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Niladripur | South-East | 0.80 km |
| Odapala | West | 0.94 km |
| Mahatapala | East | 1.11 km |
| Nuapalli | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Sinduria | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Rautarapur | West | 2.12 km |
| Majhiankhanda | North | 2.41 km |
| Andharuasamanta Singharpur | East | 2.58 km |
| Dimiria | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Kandapada | North-West | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laxminarayanpur
Laxminarayanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kalupara Ghat, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Laxminarayanpur is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laxminarayanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laxminarayanpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Laxminarayanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laxminarayanpur 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 Laxminarayanpur
Where is Laxminarayanpur located?
Laxminarayanpur village is located in Ranapur Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laxminarayanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Laxminarayanpur is Mahatpalla.
What is the pincode of Laxminarayanpur?
The pincode of Laxminarayanpur is 752026.
What is the population of Laxminarayanpur?
Laxminarayanpur has a total population of 362, including 171 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Laxminarayanpur?
There are 97 households in Laxminarayanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Laxminarayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laxminarayanpur is 62.15%. Male literacy is 70.18% and female literacy is 54.97%.