Luhardi - Balh, Mandi
Luhardi is a village situated in the Balh tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Mandi. Natned serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhardi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhardi is 014634. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 175001 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Luhardi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhardi
As per Census 2011, Luhardi village has a total population of 258 people, consisting of 122 males and 136 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,114 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 189 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luhardi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 258 | 122 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 11 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 20 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 104 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 18 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Luhardi
Luhardi 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 Luhardi
Luhardi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Luhardi is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luhardi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhardi 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 Luhardi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhardi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Luhardi
Where is Luhardi located?
Luhardi village is located in Balh Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luhardi?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhardi is Natned.
What is the pincode of Luhardi?
The pincode of Luhardi is 175001.
What is the population of Luhardi?
Luhardi has a total population of 258, including 122 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Luhardi?
There are 45 households in Luhardi.
What is the literacy rate in Luhardi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhardi is 73.26%. Male literacy is 85.25% and female literacy is 62.50%.