Lakharisi - Kashipur, Rayagada
Lakharisi is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Talajhiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakharisi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakharisi is 425817. The village covers a total geographical area of 259 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Lakharisi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakharisi
As per Census 2011, Lakharisi village has a total population of 1,403 people, consisting of 627 males and 776 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 1,237 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 599 literate and 804 illiterate residents. Additionally, 511 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 844 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakharisi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,403 | 627 | 776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 103 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 511 | 231 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 844 | 383 | 461 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 345 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 804 | 282 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Lakharisi
Lakharisi 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 Lakharisi
Public transport in the Lakharisi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Lakharisi is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Lakharisi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakharisi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakharisi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lakharisi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakharisi 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 Lakharisi
Where is Lakharisi located?
Lakharisi village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakharisi?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakharisi is Talajhiri.
What is the pincode of Lakharisi?
The pincode of Lakharisi is 765015.
What is the population of Lakharisi?
Lakharisi has a total population of 1,403, including 627 males and 776 females.
How many households are there in Lakharisi?
There are 350 households in Lakharisi.
What is the literacy rate in Lakharisi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakharisi is 42.69%. Male literacy is 55.02% and female literacy is 32.73%.