Luhari - Mungaoli, Ashoknagar
Luhari is a village situated in the Mungaoli tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mungaoli and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Hureri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhari is 500690. The village covers a total geographical area of 194 hectares and falls under the 473443 pincode. Mungaoli is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Luhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Luhari
According to the 2011 Census, Luhari village had a total population of 486 people, including 246 males and 240 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.08%, with male literacy at 85.92% and female literacy at 59.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 486 | 246 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 183 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 63 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Luhari
Luhari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahua Khadi (part) | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Khiriya Kalan | East | 1.97 km |
| Bhopal | East | 2.06 km |
| Nitarr | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Ghanshyampur | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Mirkabad | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Hurairi | South | 3.06 km |
| Sindhiyagarh | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Ratbhanpur | North-West | 3.84 km |
| Kasba Kachhi (part) | West | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Luhari
Luhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mungaoli, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mungaoli to Luhari is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Luhari is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Luhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Luhari
Where is Luhari located?
Luhari village is located in Mungaoli Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Luhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhari is Hureri.
What is the pincode of Luhari?
The pincode of Luhari is 473443.
What is the population of Luhari?
Luhari had a total population of 486, including 246 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Luhari?
Luhari had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhari was 73.08%. Male literacy was 85.92% and female literacy was 59.61%.