Laida - Jujomura, Sambalpur
Laida is a village situated in the Jujomura tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jujomura and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Tampergarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laida village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laida is 382116. The village covers a total geographical area of 410 hectares and falls under the 768105 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Laida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laida
According to the 2011 Census, Laida village had a total population of 533 people, including 272 males and 261 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.87%, with male literacy at 77.27% and female literacy at 57.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 393.
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 | 533 | 272 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 393 | 198 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 187 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 85 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Laida
Laida 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beheramal | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Budhikutuni | West | 2.81 km |
| Patrapali | North | 4.78 km |
| Bad-kundesara | North-West | 5.49 km |
| Kulundi | North-West | 5.64 km |
| Litimunda | West | 5.77 km |
| Kadalipal | North | 5.83 km |
| Haldibahal | North | 5.99 km |
| Gudguda | North-West | 6.06 km |
| Turukchuan | North | 6.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laida
Public transport in the Laida is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hatibari, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sambalpur to Laida is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laida village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Laida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laida 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 Laida
Where is Laida located?
Laida village is located in Jujomura Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Laida?
The Gram Panchayat of Laida is Tampergarh.
What is the pincode of Laida?
The pincode of Laida is 768105.
What is the population of Laida?
Laida had a total population of 533, including 272 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Laida?
Laida had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laida was 67.87%. Male literacy was 77.27% and female literacy was 57.89%.