Laxmipur - Kolnara, Rayagada
Laxmipur is a village situated in the Kolnara tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Rayagada and around 24 km from Rayagada . Gadaseskhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laxmipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laxmipur is 426178. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Laxmipur 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 Laxmipur
As per Census 2011, Laxmipur village has a total population of 568 people, consisting of 308 males and 260 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 419 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 496 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laxmipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 568 | 308 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 496 | 270 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 258 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 50 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Laxmipur
Laxmipur 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 Laxmipur
Laxmipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Laxmipur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Laxmipur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Laxmipur is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laxmipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laxmipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Laxmipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laxmipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Laxmipur
Where is Laxmipur located?
Laxmipur village is located in Kolnara Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laxmipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Laxmipur is Gadaseskhal.
What is the pincode of Laxmipur?
The pincode of Laxmipur is 765017.
What is the population of Laxmipur?
Laxmipur has a total population of 568, including 308 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Laxmipur?
There are 75 households in Laxmipur.
What is the literacy rate in Laxmipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laxmipur is 73.77%. Male literacy is 83.77% and female literacy is 61.92%.