Lurgi - Ramanujganj, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Lurgi is a village situated in the Ramanujganj tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from Ramanujganj and around 116 km from Ambikapur. Lurgi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lurgi is 431920. The village covers a total geographical area of 354.3 hectares and falls under the 497220 pincode. Ramanujganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Lurgi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lurgi
As per Census 2011, Lurgi village has a total population of 819 people, consisting of 445 males and 374 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 840 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 410 literate and 409 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 714 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lurgi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 819 | 445 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 70 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 714 | 392 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 287 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 158 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Lurgi
Lurgi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Lurgi
Lurgi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramanujganj to Lurgi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Lurgi is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lurgi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lurgi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lurgi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lurgi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lurgi
Where is Lurgi located?
Lurgi village is located in Ramanujganj Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lurgi?
Lurgi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lurgi?
The pincode of Lurgi is 497220.
What is the population of Lurgi?
Lurgi has a total population of 819, including 445 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Lurgi?
There are 145 households in Lurgi.
What is the literacy rate in Lurgi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lurgi is 50.06%. Male literacy is 64.49% and female literacy is 32.89%.