Lunga - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Lunga is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Mahulapada and around 56 km from Sundargarh. Daleisara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lunga is 385239. The village covers a total geographical area of 425 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Lunga 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 Lunga
As per Census 2011, Lunga village has a total population of 542 people, consisting of 274 males and 268 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 258 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 515 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lunga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 542 | 274 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 54 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 515 | 259 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 147 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 127 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Lunga
Lunga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jinakela | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Banki | South | 2.53 km |
| Rengali | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Dhokamunda | North | 3.60 km |
| Budhakhaman | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Jalisuan | South | 3.88 km |
| Badachuan | East | 3.88 km |
| Kumudi | South-East | 5.19 km |
| Mahulapada | East | 6.01 km |
| Jagati | East | 6.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lunga
Public transport in the Lunga 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Lunga is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Lunga is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lunga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lunga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lunga
Where is Lunga located?
Lunga village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Lunga is Daleisara.
What is the pincode of Lunga?
The pincode of Lunga is 770037.
What is the population of Lunga?
Lunga has a total population of 542, including 274 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Lunga?
There are 137 households in Lunga.
What is the literacy rate in Lunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lunga is 47.60%. Male literacy is 53.65% and female literacy is 41.42%.