Laida - Rengali, Sambalpur
Laida is a village situated in the Rengali tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Katarbaga and around 52 km from Sambalpur. Laida village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laida is 381642. The village covers a total geographical area of 1313 hectares and falls under the 768214 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 55 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 Rengali 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 3,898 people, including 1,919 males and 1,979 females, living in 1,131 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.62%, with male literacy at 86.65% and female literacy at 72.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,146, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 875.
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 | 3,898 | 1,919 | 1,979 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 218 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,146 | 567 | 579 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 875 | 422 | 453 |
| Literate Population | 2,781 | 1,474 | 1,307 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,117 | 445 | 672 |
Nearby Villages of Laida
Laida is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Laida
Laida is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Laida is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Laida
Where is Laida located?
Laida village is located in Rengali Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Laida?
Laida is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Laida?
The pincode of Laida is 768214.
What is the population of Laida?
Laida had a total population of 3,898, including 1,919 males and 1,979 females.
How many households are there in Laida?
Laida had 1,131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laida was 79.62%. Male literacy was 86.65% and female literacy was 72.94%.