Luharra - Patera, Damoh
Luharra is a village situated in the Patera tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patera and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Luharra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luharra is 461838. The village covers a total geographical area of 502.34 hectares and falls under the 470775 pincode. Hatta is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Luharra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Luharra
As per Census 2011, Luharra village has a total population of 837 people, consisting of 436 males and 401 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 555 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luharra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 837 | 436 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 63 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 79 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 555 | 336 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 100 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Luharra
Luharra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Itwa Hiralal | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Sujanpuradan | West | 2.11 km |
| Padri Udebhan | South | 2.53 km |
| Rusalli | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Luhari | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Rewdha Kalan | South | 3.73 km |
| Shikarpura | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Bagha | East | 4.12 km |
| Maddehi | West | 4.35 km |
| Symarkhedi | North | 4.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Luharra
Luharra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bandakpur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Hatta to Luharra is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Luharra is about 33 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 Luharra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luharra 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Luharra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luharra 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Luharra
Where is Luharra located?
Luharra village is located in Patera Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luharra?
Luharra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Luharra?
The pincode of Luharra is 470775.
What is the population of Luharra?
Luharra has a total population of 837, including 436 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Luharra?
There are 193 households in Luharra.
What is the literacy rate in Luharra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luharra is 66.31%. Male literacy is 77.06% and female literacy is 54.61%.