Luhanu - Dehar, Mandi
Luhanu is a village situated in the Dehar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 44 km from Mandi. Barto serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhanu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhanu is 014272. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.99 hectares and falls under the 175018 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Luhanu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhanu
According to the 2011 Census, Luhanu village had a total population of 318 people, including 158 males and 160 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.36%, with male literacy at 87.32% and female literacy at 63.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 318 | 158 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 124 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 34 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Luhanu
Luhanu 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 Luhanu
Public transport in the Luhanu is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Luhanu is about 44 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 Luhanu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhanu 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Luhanu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhanu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Luhanu
Where is Luhanu located?
Luhanu village is located in Dehar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luhanu?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhanu is Barto.
What is the pincode of Luhanu?
The pincode of Luhanu is 175018.
What is the population of Luhanu?
Luhanu had a total population of 318, including 158 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Luhanu?
Luhanu had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luhanu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhanu was 75.36%. Male literacy was 87.32% and female literacy was 63.04%.