Luharda - Baldwara, Mandi
Luharda is a village situated in the Baldwara tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Smaila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luharda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luharda is 014201. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 175034 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Luharda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luharda
According to the 2011 Census, Luharda village had a total population of 220 people, including 108 males and 112 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.80%, with male literacy at 93.68% and female literacy at 80.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 220 | 108 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 89 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 19 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Luharda
Luharda 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 Luharda
Luharda 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 Mandi to Luharda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luharda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luharda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Luharda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luharda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Luharda
Where is Luharda located?
Luharda village is located in Baldwara Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Luharda?
The Gram Panchayat of Luharda is Smaila.
What is the pincode of Luharda?
The pincode of Luharda is 175034.
What is the population of Luharda?
Luharda had a total population of 220, including 108 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Luharda?
Luharda had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luharda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luharda was 86.80%. Male literacy was 93.68% and female literacy was 80.39%.