Lakhopada - Kochinda, Sambalpur
Lakhopada is a village situated in the Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochinda and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Khandokata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhopada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhopada is 381499. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 768222 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lakhopada 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 Lakhopada
As per Census 2011, Lakhopada village has a total population of 258 people, consisting of 127 males and 131 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 197 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhopada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 258 | 127 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 60 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 104 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 23 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhopada
Lakhopada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sinkalposhi | South | 1.66 km |
| Kindira | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Hadipalikudopali | West | 2.28 km |
| Khandokata | North | 2.37 km |
| Junani | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Patrapali | East | 2.97 km |
| Sahajbahal | North | 3.60 km |
| Jatiapali (san) | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Panpali | West | 4.09 km |
| Badmal | North-West | 4.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhopada
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Lakhopada. The nearest railway station is Bagdihi, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Lakhopada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Lakhopada is about 96 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 Lakhopada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhopada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhopada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhopada 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 Lakhopada
Where is Lakhopada located?
Lakhopada village is located in Kochinda Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhopada?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhopada is Khandokata.
What is the pincode of Lakhopada?
The pincode of Lakhopada is 768222.
What is the population of Lakhopada?
Lakhopada has a total population of 258, including 127 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Lakhopada?
There are 74 households in Lakhopada.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhopada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhopada is 76.36%. Male literacy is 81.89% and female literacy is 70.99%.