Lachiamanaguda - Padmapur, Rayagada
Lachiamanaguda is a village situated in the Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmapur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Khilapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachiamanaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachiamanaguda is 427117. The village covers a total geographical area of 493 hectares and falls under the 765025 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lachiamanaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lachiamanaguda
As per Census 2011, Lachiamanaguda village has a total population of 609 people, consisting of 303 males and 306 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 365 literate and 244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 453 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachiamanaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 609 | 303 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 453 | 220 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 222 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 81 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Lachiamanaguda
Lachiamanaguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mochiki Padar | North | 1.24 km |
| Padmapur | East | 1.55 km |
| Jagamunda | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Kareni Alias Gopinathapur | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Gudia Bandha | North | 2.58 km |
| Khamapadar | East | 2.68 km |
| Indupur | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Lauguda | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Raelpadar | East | 3.38 km |
| Khilapadar | South | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lachiamanaguda
Lachiamanaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.5 km.
| 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 Gunupur to Lachiamanaguda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Lachiamanaguda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lachiamanaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachiamanaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lachiamanaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachiamanaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lachiamanaguda
Where is Lachiamanaguda located?
Lachiamanaguda village is located in Padmapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachiamanaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachiamanaguda is Khilapadar.
What is the pincode of Lachiamanaguda?
The pincode of Lachiamanaguda is 765025.
What is the population of Lachiamanaguda?
Lachiamanaguda has a total population of 609, including 303 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Lachiamanaguda?
There are 160 households in Lachiamanaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Lachiamanaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachiamanaguda is 59.93%. Male literacy is 73.27% and female literacy is 46.73%.