Lohunikhunti - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Lohunikhunti is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kurli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohunikhunti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohunikhunti is 425223. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Lohunikhunti 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 Lohunikhunti
According to the 2011 Census, Lohunikhunti village had a total population of 30 people, including 13 males and 17 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,308 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.79%, with male literacy at 25.00% and female literacy at 9.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 11 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Lohunikhunti
Lohunikhunti 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 Lohunikhunti
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Lohunikhunti. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Lohunikhunti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lohunikhunti is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Lohunikhunti is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohunikhunti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohunikhunti 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lohunikhunti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohunikhunti 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 Lohunikhunti
Where is Lohunikhunti located?
Lohunikhunti village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohunikhunti?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohunikhunti is Kurli.
What is the pincode of Lohunikhunti?
The pincode of Lohunikhunti is 765019.
What is the population of Lohunikhunti?
Lohunikhunti had a total population of 30, including 13 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Lohunikhunti?
Lohunikhunti had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lohunikhunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohunikhunti was 15.79%. Male literacy was 25.00% and female literacy was 9.09%.