Laidaguna - Kochinda, Sambalpur
Laidaguna is a village situated in the Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochinda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Telitileimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laidaguna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laidaguna is 381585. The village covers a total geographical area of 405 hectares and falls under the 768227 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Laidaguna 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 Laidaguna
As per Census 2011, Laidaguna village has a total population of 757 people, consisting of 392 males and 365 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 581 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 329 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laidaguna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 757 | 392 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 44 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 329 | 178 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 581 | 323 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 69 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Laidaguna
Laidaguna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bihabali | South | 1.60 km |
| Madanmohanpur | West | 1.70 km |
| Arjundihi | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Dansanadihi | North | 2.54 km |
| Barpanka | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Katunagar | South | 3.13 km |
| Teli-tileimal | West | 3.31 km |
| Dhanudihi | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Thiaberna | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Burudihi | South-East | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laidaguna
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Laidaguna. The nearest railway station is Bagdihi, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Laidaguna is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Laidaguna 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 Laidaguna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laidaguna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Laidaguna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laidaguna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Laidaguna
Where is Laidaguna located?
Laidaguna village is located in Kochinda Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laidaguna?
The Gram Panchayat of Laidaguna is Telitileimal.
What is the pincode of Laidaguna?
The pincode of Laidaguna is 768227.
What is the population of Laidaguna?
Laidaguna has a total population of 757, including 392 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Laidaguna?
There are 239 households in Laidaguna.
What is the literacy rate in Laidaguna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laidaguna is 76.75%. Male literacy is 82.40% and female literacy is 70.68%.