Laxmipur - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Laxmipur is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 78 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumardhamuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laxmipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laxmipur is 425424. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Laxmipur 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 Laxmipur
According to the 2011 Census, Laxmipur village had a total population of 294 people, including 130 males and 164 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,262 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 9.17%, with male literacy at 18.75% and female literacy at 2.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 294.
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 | 294 | 130 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 34 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 294 | 130 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 18 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 112 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Laxmipur
Laxmipur 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 Laxmipur
Public transport in the Laxmipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Laxmipur is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Laxmipur is about 48 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 Laxmipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laxmipur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Laxmipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laxmipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Laxmipur
Where is Laxmipur located?
Laxmipur village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laxmipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Laxmipur is Kumardhamuni.
What is the pincode of Laxmipur?
The pincode of Laxmipur is 765019.
What is the population of Laxmipur?
Laxmipur had a total population of 294, including 130 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Laxmipur?
Laxmipur had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laxmipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laxmipur was 9.17%. Male literacy was 18.75% and female literacy was 2.78%.