Libharkona - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Libharkona is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kanabai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Libharkona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Libharkona is 425448. The village covers a total geographical area of 226 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Libharkona 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 Libharkona
According to the 2011 Census, Libharkona village had a total population of 167 people, including 85 males and 82 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 4.96%, with male literacy at 7.25% and female literacy at 2.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 166.
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 | 167 | 85 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 85 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 80 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Libharkona
Libharkona 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 Libharkona
Public transport in the Libharkona is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Libharkona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Libharkona is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Libharkona is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Libharkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Libharkona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Libharkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Libharkona 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Libharkona
Where is Libharkona located?
Libharkona village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Libharkona?
The Gram Panchayat of Libharkona is Kanabai.
What is the pincode of Libharkona?
The pincode of Libharkona is 765019.
What is the population of Libharkona?
Libharkona had a total population of 167, including 85 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Libharkona?
Libharkona had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Libharkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Libharkona was 4.96%. Male literacy was 7.25% and female literacy was 2.78%.