Lad - Kochinda, Sambalpur
Lad is a village situated in the Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochinda and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Boxama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lad is 381564. The village covers a total geographical area of 517 hectares and falls under the 768222 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Lad 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 Lad
As per Census 2011, Lad village has a total population of 1,686 people, consisting of 836 males and 850 females. The village has 497 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,112 literate and 574 illiterate residents. Additionally, 377 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 636 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,686 | 836 | 850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 87 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 377 | 193 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 636 | 309 | 327 |
| Literate Population | 1,112 | 625 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 211 | 363 |
Nearby Villages of Lad
Lad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Charbhati | West | 2.06 km |
| Tainsar | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Baxma | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Kelipadar | East | 2.92 km |
| Kelda | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Nuagaon | South | 4.24 km |
| Lasa | West | 4.27 km |
| Subarnapali | South | 4.32 km |
| Ladammal | East | 4.46 km |
| Tabalakata | South-East | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lad
Public transport in the Lad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bagdihi, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kochinda to Lad is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Lad is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lad 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Lad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lad
Where is Lad located?
Lad village is located in Kochinda Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lad?
The Gram Panchayat of Lad is Boxama.
What is the pincode of Lad?
The pincode of Lad is 768222.
What is the population of Lad?
Lad has a total population of 1,686, including 836 males and 850 females.
How many households are there in Lad?
There are 497 households in Lad.
What is the literacy rate in Lad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lad is 65.95%. Male literacy is 74.76% and female literacy is 57.29%.