Laing - Rajagangapur, Sundargarh
Laing is a village situated in the Rajagangapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajagangapur and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Laing village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laing is 384208. The village covers a total geographical area of 1270 hectares and falls under the 770034 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Laing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laing
As per Census 2011, Laing village has a total population of 5,715 people, consisting of 2,868 males and 2,847 females. The village has 1,267 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 686 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,543 literate and 2,172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 571 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,877 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laing are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Laing
Laing 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dheluan | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Laing R.s.colony | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Ghoghar | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Raiberna | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Mandaria | East | 2.68 km |
| Kheraposh | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Chungimati | East | 3.63 km |
| Jhagarpur | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Laikera | North | 4.33 km |
| Usra | East | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laing
Public transport in the Laing is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanshbahal, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Laing is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Laing is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laing village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Laing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laing village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Laing
Where is Laing located?
Laing village is located in Rajagangapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laing?
Laing is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Laing?
The pincode of Laing is 770034.
What is the population of Laing?
Laing has a total population of 5,715, including 2,868 males and 2,847 females.
How many households are there in Laing?
There are 1,267 households in Laing.
What is the literacy rate in Laing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laing is 61.99%. Male literacy is 69.14% and female literacy is 54.79%.