Lukuia - Birni, Giridih
Lukuia is a village situated in the Birni subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Birni and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Khedwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lukuia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lukuia is 352424. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.2 hectares and falls under the 825324 pincode.
Lukuia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lukuia
According to the 2011 Census, Lukuia village had a total population of 133 people, including 54 males and 79 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,463 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.00%, with male literacy at 92.11% and female literacy at 62.90%.
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 | 133 | 54 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 19 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Lukuia
Lukuia 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 Lukuia
Public transport in the Lukuia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Giridih to Lukuia is about 26 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 Lukuia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lukuia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lukuia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lukuia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lukuia
Where is Lukuia located?
Lukuia village is located in Birni Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lukuia?
The Gram Panchayat of Lukuia is Khedwara.
What is the pincode of Lukuia?
The pincode of Lukuia is 825324.
What is the population of Lukuia?
Lukuia had a total population of 133, including 54 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Lukuia?
Lukuia had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lukuia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lukuia was 74.00%. Male literacy was 92.11% and female literacy was 62.90%.