Luhani - Buxwaha, Chhatarpur
Luhani is a village situated in the Buxwaha tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buxwaha and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Maddeora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhani is 458453. The village covers a total geographical area of 415.03 hectares and falls under the 471318 pincode. Buxwaha is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Luhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Luhani
As per Census 2011, Luhani village has a total population of 1,176 people, consisting of 619 males and 557 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 644 literate and 532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,176 | 619 | 557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 91 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 101 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 644 | 390 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 229 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Luhani
Luhani 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 Luhani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Luhani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxwaha to Luhani is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Luhani is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhani 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 Luhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhani 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 Luhani
Where is Luhani located?
Luhani village is located in Buxwaha Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhani is Maddeora.
What is the pincode of Luhani?
The pincode of Luhani is 471318.
What is the population of Luhani?
Luhani has a total population of 1,176, including 619 males and 557 females.
How many households are there in Luhani?
There are 220 households in Luhani.
What is the literacy rate in Luhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhani is 54.76%. Male literacy is 63.00% and female literacy is 45.60%.