Lahunipada - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Lahunipada is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Lahunipara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lahunipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lahunipada is 384849. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Lahunipada 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 Lahunipada
As per Census 2011, Lahunipada village has a total population of 1,697 people, consisting of 888 males and 809 females. The village has 412 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,244 literate and 453 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 219 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lahunipada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,697 | 888 | 809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 122 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 77 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 219 | 109 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 1,244 | 703 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 185 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Lahunipada
Lahunipada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sukhpali | South-East | 0.97 km |
| Tibupada | West | 1.00 km |
| Lateimundi | South | 1.23 km |
| Sansahajbahal | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Takra | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Gudhiali | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Badsahajbahal | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Katupada | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Samardari | West | 2.47 km |
| Rajamunda | South | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lahunipada
Lahunipada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bimlagarh Junction, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Raurkela to Lahunipada is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Lahunipada is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lahunipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lahunipada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lahunipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lahunipada 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lahunipada
Where is Lahunipada located?
Lahunipada village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lahunipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Lahunipada is Lahunipara.
What is the pincode of Lahunipada?
The pincode of Lahunipada is 770040.
What is the population of Lahunipada?
Lahunipada has a total population of 1,697, including 888 males and 809 females.
How many households are there in Lahunipada?
There are 412 households in Lahunipada.
What is the literacy rate in Lahunipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lahunipada is 73.31%. Male literacy is 79.17% and female literacy is 66.87%.