Lauposh - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Lauposh is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sankhaposh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lauposh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lauposh is 384818. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Lauposh 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 Lauposh
As per Census 2011, Lauposh village has a total population of 325 people, consisting of 158 males and 167 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 160 literate and 165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 192 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lauposh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 325 | 158 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 16 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 92 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 96 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 62 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Lauposh
Lauposh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghusuriposh | South | 0.96 km |
| Ambarudi | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Sankhaposh | West | 1.99 km |
| Arjunchuan | South | 2.43 km |
| Pratappur | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Sanfakirmunda | North | 2.62 km |
| Rangalbeda | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Tetengagilla | South-West | 2.96 km |
| San-rengalbeda | South | 3.23 km |
| Mahantatangarpali | West | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lauposh
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lauposh. The nearest railway station is Bimlagarh Junction, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.0 km.
| 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 Raurkela to Lauposh is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Lauposh is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lauposh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lauposh 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 Lauposh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lauposh 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 Lauposh
Where is Lauposh located?
Lauposh village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lauposh?
The Gram Panchayat of Lauposh is Sankhaposh.
What is the pincode of Lauposh?
The pincode of Lauposh is 770040.
What is the population of Lauposh?
Lauposh has a total population of 325, including 158 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Lauposh?
There are 77 households in Lauposh.
What is the literacy rate in Lauposh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lauposh is 49.23%. Male literacy is 60.76% and female literacy is 38.32%.