Lanji - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Lanji is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumardhamuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lanji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lanji is 425425. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Lanji 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 Lanji
As per Census 2011, Lanji village has a total population of 215 people, consisting of 106 males and 109 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 32 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 193 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lanji are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 215 | 106 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 94 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 27 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 79 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Lanji
Lanji 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 Lanji
Public transport in the Lanji 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Lanji is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Lanji is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lanji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lanji 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lanji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lanji 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lanji
Where is Lanji located?
Lanji village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lanji?
The Gram Panchayat of Lanji is Kumardhamuni.
What is the pincode of Lanji?
The pincode of Lanji is 765019.
What is the population of Lanji?
Lanji has a total population of 215, including 106 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Lanji?
There are 56 households in Lanji.
What is the literacy rate in Lanji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lanji is 14.88%. Male literacy is 25.47% and female literacy is 4.59%.