Luharka - Dareeni, Kangra
Luharka is a village situated in the Dareeni tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Dharmsala. Rirakmaar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luharka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luharka is 009332. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 176206 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Luharka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luharka
According to the 2011 Census, Luharka village had a total population of 179 people, including 85 males and 94 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,106 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.43%, with male literacy at 77.94% and female literacy at 53.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 179 | 85 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 53 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 32 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Luharka
Luharka 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 Luharka
Luharka is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Dharmsala to Luharka is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luharka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luharka 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Luharka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luharka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Luharka
Where is Luharka located?
Luharka village is located in Dareeni Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luharka?
The Gram Panchayat of Luharka is Rirakmaar.
What is the pincode of Luharka?
The pincode of Luharka is 176206.
What is the population of Luharka?
Luharka had a total population of 179, including 85 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Luharka?
Luharka had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luharka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luharka was 64.43%. Male literacy was 77.94% and female literacy was 53.09%.