Lanjigarh Assembly Constituency (विधानसभा क्षेत्र)
About Lanjigarh Assembly Constituency
The Lanjigarh Assembly Constituency is a pivotal area in the democratic framework of Odisha. This constituency is represented by an elected member of the State Legislative Assembly and contributes to the governance and development of the state.
In the recent assembly elections, the Biju Janata Dal party showed consistent strength. Pradip Kumar Dishari stood out as a key candidate in the Lanjigarh constituency and is currently serving as its MLA (Member of Legislative Assembly - आमदार).
Constituency Details
Associated Parliament Constituency
An Assembly Constituency, like Lanjigarh, serves as the foundation for state-level governance and citizen representation. It ensures that the voices of residents are heard and addressed in legislative processes.
Election Result Details
The last assembly elections in Lanjigarh were held in 2019. Pradip Kumar Dishari won the MLA seat with a margin of 8.9%. They represented the Biju Janata Dal, showing the party's strong support in this area.
| Assembly Constituency Name | Lanjigarh | Assembly Constituency Number | 77 |
| District | Kalahandi | Constituency Type | Scheduled Tribe |
| Winning Candidate | Pradip Kumar Dishari | Party | Biju Janata Dal |
| Total Electors | 215,745 | Total Votes | 159,883 |
| Poll Percentage | 74.1% | Margin Votes | 14,308 |
| Margin Percentage | 8.9% | Election Year | 2019 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Lanjigarh is located in the Kalahandi district of Odisha.
Lanjigarh is categorized as a Scheduled Tribe (ST) constituency.
The current MLA of Lanjigarh is Pradip Kumar Dishari from the Biju Janata Dal.
- Voter turnout: 74.1%
- Total votes cast: 159,883
- Total electors: 215,745
- Winning margin: 14,308 votes (8.9%)
Lanjigarh falls under the Kalahandi parliamentary constituency.
Pradip Kumar Dishari represents the Biju Janata Dal.
Pradip Kumar Dishari won with a margin of 14,308 votes, which is 8.9% of the total votes.
The Assembly Constituency Code for Lanjigarh is 77.
The last assembly elections in Lanjigarh were held in 2019.