Lokotiguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Lokotiguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bhetiapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lokotiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lokotiguda is 425408. The village covers a total geographical area of 292 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Lokotiguda 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 Lokotiguda
As per Census 2011, Lokotiguda village has a total population of 174 people, consisting of 81 males and 93 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,148 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 30 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lokotiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 174 | 81 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 81 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 66 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Lokotiguda
Lokotiguda 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 Lokotiguda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Lokotiguda. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Lokotiguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Lokotiguda is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Lokotiguda 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 Lokotiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lokotiguda 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 Lokotiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lokotiguda 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lokotiguda
Where is Lokotiguda located?
Lokotiguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lokotiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Lokotiguda is Bhetiapada.
What is the pincode of Lokotiguda?
The pincode of Lokotiguda is 765019.
What is the population of Lokotiguda?
Lokotiguda has a total population of 174, including 81 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Lokotiguda?
There are 39 households in Lokotiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Lokotiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lokotiguda is 17.24%. Male literacy is 18.52% and female literacy is 16.13%.