Ladapani - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Ladapani is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Talbahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ladapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ladapani is 384952. The village covers a total geographical area of 346 hectares and falls under the 770044 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Ladapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ladapani
As per Census 2011, Ladapani village has a total population of 220 people, consisting of 113 males and 107 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 219 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ladapani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 220 | 113 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 24 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 219 | 113 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 101 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Ladapani
Ladapani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badhabhuin | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Deogharia | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Sanjala | West | 3.32 km |
| Badjala | South | 3.69 km |
| Tantabahal | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Kilinda | North | 4.10 km |
| Talbahali | North-West | 4.36 km |
| Siliguda | North | 4.42 km |
| Ranta | North-East | 4.42 km |
| Baraguda | West | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ladapani
Public transport in the Ladapani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Ladapani is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Ladapani is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ladapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ladapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ladapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ladapani 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 Ladapani
Where is Ladapani located?
Ladapani village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ladapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Ladapani is Talbahali.
What is the pincode of Ladapani?
The pincode of Ladapani is 770044.
What is the population of Ladapani?
Ladapani has a total population of 220, including 113 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Ladapani?
There are 43 households in Ladapani.
What is the literacy rate in Ladapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ladapani is 9.55%. Male literacy is 10.62% and female literacy is 8.41%.