Laing
Laing is a village located in Rajagangapur tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Rajagangapur (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Laing village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Laing unique in its vibrant Rajagangapur-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Laing’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Laing
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Laing is 384208. The village spans a total geographical area of 1270 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770034. Rajagangapur is nearest town to Laing village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Laing
Population of Laing
According to the 2011 Census, Laing has a total population of about 5,715, with approximately 2,868 males and 2,847 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 686 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 571 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,877. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.99%, with male literacy at about 69.14% and female literacy near 54.79%. There are around 1,267 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Laing's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,715 | 2,868 | 2,847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 686 | 345 | 341 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 571 | 309 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,877 | 1,910 | 1,967 |
| Literate Population | 3,543 | 1,983 | 1,560 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,172 | 885 | 1,287 |
Connectivity of Laing
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Laing. As per the 2011 stats, Laing had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Laing
Knowing the nearby villages of Laing helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Laing.
Frequently Asked Questions about Laing
- Where is Laing located?
- Laing village is situated in Rajagangapur Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Laing?
- Laing serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Laing?
- The pincode of Laing is 770034, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Laing as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Laing is 5,715, with 2,868 males and 2,847 females.
- How many households are there in Laing as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Laing village has a total of 1,267 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Laing as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Laing is 61.99%. The male literacy rate is 69.14%, while the female literacy rate is 54.79%.