Luhurtanr - Garu, Latehar
Luhurtanr is a village situated in the Garu subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garu and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Dhangartola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhurtanr village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhurtanr is 367170. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.11 hectares and falls under the 829204 pincode.
Luhurtanr village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhurtanr
According to the 2011 Census, Luhurtanr village had a total population of 470 people, including 248 males and 222 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.42%, with male literacy at 62.86% and female literacy at 40.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 447.
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 | 470 | 248 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 447 | 233 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 132 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 116 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Luhurtanr
Luhurtanr is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Samodh Tola | West | 1.26 km |
| Dhangar Tola | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Daldalia | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Garu | West | 2.37 km |
| Baherwa Tola | East | 2.61 km |
| Bhanwar Bandh | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Lohargara | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Karwai | East | 3.47 km |
| Hethtola | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Goendi | South-East | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Luhurtanr
Luhurtanr is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Hehegara Halt (e), while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Luhurtanr is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luhurtanr
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhurtanr village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Luhurtanr
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhurtanr 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Luhurtanr
Where is Luhurtanr located?
Luhurtanr village is located in Garu Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luhurtanr?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhurtanr is Dhangartola.
What is the pincode of Luhurtanr?
The pincode of Luhurtanr is 829204.
What is the population of Luhurtanr?
Luhurtanr had a total population of 470, including 248 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Luhurtanr?
Luhurtanr had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luhurtanr?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhurtanr was 52.42%. Male literacy was 62.86% and female literacy was 40.44%.