Lankabahal - Ulunda, Sonepur
Lankabahal is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Biramaharajpur and around 9 km from Subarnapur. Mundoghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lankabahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lankabahal is 419379. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Lankabahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lankabahal
According to the 2011 Census, Lankabahal village had a total population of 401 people, including 217 males and 184 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.05%, with male literacy at 82.47% and female literacy at 55.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 197.
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 | 401 | 217 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 103 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 160 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 57 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Lankabahal
Lankabahal 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 Lankabahal
Lankabahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sonapur to Lankabahal is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Lankabahal is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lankabahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lankabahal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lankabahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lankabahal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lankabahal
Where is Lankabahal located?
Lankabahal village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lankabahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Lankabahal is Mundoghat.
What is the pincode of Lankabahal?
The pincode of Lankabahal is 767018.
What is the population of Lankabahal?
Lankabahal had a total population of 401, including 217 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Lankabahal?
Lankabahal had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lankabahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lankabahal was 70.05%. Male literacy was 82.47% and female literacy was 55.88%.