Laijhar - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Laijhar is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Badarama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laijhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laijhar is 381957. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Laijhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laijhar
According to the 2011 Census, Laijhar village had a total population of 126 people, including 59 males and 67 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,136 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.15%, with male literacy at 92.45% and female literacy at 60.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 114.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 126 | 59 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 54 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 49 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 10 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Laijhar
Laijhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhuliapali | South | 2.70 km |
| Nuamura | West | 2.79 km |
| Kanibandhali | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Khairmal | South | 3.76 km |
| Bhograpali | South-West | 4.10 km |
| Turukchuan | South | 4.23 km |
| Nuaburda | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Jharmunda | North-West | 4.34 km |
| Kantiali | South-West | 5.12 km |
| Kadalipal | South | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laijhar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Laijhar. The nearest railway station is Sason, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sambalpur to Laijhar is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Laijhar is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laijhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laijhar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Laijhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laijhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Laijhar
Where is Laijhar located?
Laijhar village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laijhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Laijhar is Badarama.
What is the pincode of Laijhar?
The pincode of Laijhar is 768107.
What is the population of Laijhar?
Laijhar had a total population of 126, including 59 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Laijhar?
Laijhar had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laijhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laijhar was 76.15%. Male literacy was 92.45% and female literacy was 60.71%.