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
As per Census 2011, Lohunikhunti village has a total population of 30 people, consisting of 13 males and 17 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 1,307 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3 literate and 27 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohunikhunti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| 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 has a total population of 30, including 13 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Lohunikhunti?
There are 7 households in Lohunikhunti.
What is the literacy rate in Lohunikhunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohunikhunti is 10.00%. Male literacy is 15.38% and female literacy is 5.88%.