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
As per Census 2011, Laijhar village has a total population of 126 people, consisting of 59 males and 67 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,135 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 83 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 114 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laijhar are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 126, including 59 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Laijhar?
There are 28 households in Laijhar.
What is the literacy rate in Laijhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laijhar is 65.87%. Male literacy is 83.05% and female literacy is 50.75%.