Luheri - Dharampur, Valsad
Luheri is a village situated in the Dharampur taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Luheri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luheri is 523344. The village covers a total geographical area of 833.68 hectares and falls under the 396051 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Luheri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Luheri
According to the 2011 Census, Luheri village had a total population of 2,574 people, including 1,238 males and 1,336 females, living in 521 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.33%, with male literacy at 73.68% and female literacy at 55.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,572.
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 | 2,574 | 1,238 | 1,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 155 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,572 | 1,236 | 1,336 |
| Literate Population | 1,450 | 798 | 652 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,124 | 440 | 684 |
Nearby Villages of Luheri
Luheri 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 Luheri
Luheri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharampur to Luheri is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Luheri is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luheri 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 Luheri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luheri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Luheri
Where is Luheri located?
Luheri village is located in Dharampur Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luheri?
Luheri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Luheri?
The pincode of Luheri is 396051.
What is the population of Luheri?
Luheri had a total population of 2,574, including 1,238 males and 1,336 females.
How many households are there in Luheri?
Luheri had 521 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luheri was 64.33%. Male literacy was 73.68% and female literacy was 55.68%.