Laikera - Lephripara, Sundargarh
Laikera is a village situated in the Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lephripara and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Masabira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laikera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laikera is 383641. The village covers a total geographical area of 237 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Laikera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laikera
As per Census 2011, Laikera village has a total population of 486 people, consisting of 240 males and 246 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 288 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 350 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laikera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 486 | 240 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 350 | 176 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 162 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 78 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Laikera
Laikera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Masabira | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Bandalikani | North | 1.91 km |
| Sahebdera | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Gundiadihi | East | 4.40 km |
| Saraphgada | South-West | 4.60 km |
| Dhangergudi | North | 4.77 km |
| Sarda | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Saletikra | South | 5.43 km |
| Deuldihi | South-West | 5.43 km |
| Bhedibahal | West | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laikera
Public transport in the Laikera is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ibh2, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sundargarh to Laikera is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Laikera is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laikera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laikera 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 Laikera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laikera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Laikera
Where is Laikera located?
Laikera village is located in Lephripara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laikera?
The Gram Panchayat of Laikera is Masabira.
What is the pincode of Laikera?
The pincode of Laikera is 770012.
What is the population of Laikera?
Laikera has a total population of 486, including 240 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Laikera?
There are 128 households in Laikera.
What is the literacy rate in Laikera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laikera is 59.26%. Male literacy is 67.50% and female literacy is 51.22%.