Lakhobhata - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Lakhobhata is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 95 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Dukum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhobhata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhobhata is 425286. The village covers a total geographical area of 195 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Lakhobhata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhobhata
As per Census 2011, Lakhobhata village has a total population of 222 people, consisting of 108 males and 114 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 201 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhobhata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 222 | 108 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 15 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 98 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 68 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 40 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhobhata
Lakhobhata 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 Lakhobhata
Lakhobhata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Lakhobhata.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Lakhobhata is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Lakhobhata is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhobhata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhobhata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhobhata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhobhata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lakhobhata
Where is Lakhobhata located?
Lakhobhata village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhobhata?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhobhata is Dukum.
What is the pincode of Lakhobhata?
The pincode of Lakhobhata is 765019.
What is the population of Lakhobhata?
Lakhobhata has a total population of 222, including 108 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Lakhobhata?
There are 60 households in Lakhobhata.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhobhata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhobhata is 46.40%. Male literacy is 62.96% and female literacy is 30.70%.