Luhari - Patera, Damoh
Luhari is a village situated in the Patera tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patera and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Luhari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhari is 461827. The village covers a total geographical area of 1904.58 hectares and falls under the 470775 pincode. Hatta is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Luhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Luhari
As per Census 2011, Luhari village has a total population of 3,631 people, consisting of 1,875 males and 1,756 females. The village has 896 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 557 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,247 literate and 1,384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 426 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,631 | 1,875 | 1,756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 557 | 295 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 426 | 221 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,247 | 1,346 | 901 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,384 | 529 | 855 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chainpura | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Sujanpuradan | South | 2.90 km |
| Symarkhedi | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Luharra | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Maddehi | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Prempura | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Bijori Pathak | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Kumhi | North | 4.05 km |
| Ronda | North-West | 4.10 km |
| Rusalli | East | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Luhari
Luhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karhiya Bhadeli, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hatta to Luhari is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Luhari is about 32 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 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Luhari
Where is Luhari located?
Luhari village is located in Patera Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luhari?
Luhari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Luhari?
The pincode of Luhari is 470775.
What is the population of Luhari?
Luhari has a total population of 3,631, including 1,875 males and 1,756 females.
How many households are there in Luhari?
There are 896 households in Luhari.
What is the literacy rate in Luhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhari is 61.88%. Male literacy is 71.79% and female literacy is 51.31%.