Luhani - Bhattiyat, Chamba
Luhani is a village situated in the Bhattiyat tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Maloonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhani is 007550. The village covers a total geographical area of 210 hectares and falls under the 176302 pincode. Chuari Khas is the nearest town.
Luhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhani
According to the 2011 Census, Luhani village had a total population of 217 people, including 117 males and 100 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.30%, with male literacy at 57.43% and female literacy at 48.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 194.
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 | 217 | 117 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 97 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 58 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 59 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Luhani
Luhani 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 Luhani
Luhani 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 | 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 Chamba to Luhani is about 35 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 Luhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Luhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Luhani
Where is Luhani located?
Luhani village is located in Bhattiyat Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhani is Maloonda.
What is the pincode of Luhani?
The pincode of Luhani is 176302.
What is the population of Luhani?
Luhani had a total population of 217, including 117 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Luhani?
Luhani had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhani was 53.30%. Male literacy was 57.43% and female literacy was 48.15%.