Luna - Bhuj, Kachchh
Luna is a village situated in the Bhuj taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 80 km from Bhuj, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Luna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luna is 506761. The village falls under the 370605 pincode. Anjar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Luna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhuj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luna
According to the 2011 Census, Luna village had a total population of 1,512 people, including 762 males and 750 females, living in 296 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.05%, with male literacy at 75.81% and female literacy at 50.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 36.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,512 | 762 | 750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 179 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 737 | 442 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 775 | 320 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Luna
Luna 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 Luna
Luna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Luna has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anjar to Luna is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Luna is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luna 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 Luna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Luna
Where is Luna located?
Luna village is located in Bhuj Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luna?
Luna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Luna?
The pincode of Luna is 370605.
What is the population of Luna?
Luna had a total population of 1,512, including 762 males and 750 females.
How many households are there in Luna?
Luna had 296 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luna was 63.05%. Male literacy was 75.81% and female literacy was 50.34%.