Litimunda - Jujomura, Sambalpur
Litimunda is a village situated in the Jujomura tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jujomura and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Dangarpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Litimunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Litimunda is 382113. The village covers a total geographical area of 593 hectares and falls under the 768105 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Litimunda 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 Litimunda
According to the 2011 Census, Litimunda village had a total population of 1,136 people, including 585 males and 551 females, living in 268 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.47%, with male literacy at 89.37% and female literacy at 70.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 494.
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 | 1,136 | 585 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 61 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 494 | 253 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 816 | 471 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 114 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Litimunda
Litimunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hero | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Budhikutuni | East | 2.97 km |
| Kulundi | North | 3.04 km |
| Bhandarimal | West | 3.38 km |
| Khasupali | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Kadalimunda | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Goudpali | North | 4.25 km |
| Padhanpali | North-West | 4.54 km |
| Beldungri | South-West | 5.01 km |
| Kusuli | North | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Litimunda
Litimunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maneswar, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.7 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 Litimunda is about 30 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 Litimunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Litimunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Litimunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Litimunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Litimunda
Where is Litimunda located?
Litimunda village is located in Jujomura Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Litimunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Litimunda is Dangarpada.
What is the pincode of Litimunda?
The pincode of Litimunda is 768105.
What is the population of Litimunda?
Litimunda had a total population of 1,136, including 585 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Litimunda?
Litimunda had 268 households.
What is the literacy rate in Litimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Litimunda was 80.47%. Male literacy was 89.37% and female literacy was 70.84%.