Lunhera Khurd - Dharampuri, Dhar
Lunhera Khurd is a village situated in the Dharampuri tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampuri and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Piopaldagadhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lunhera Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lunhera Khurd is 475888. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.8 hectares and falls under the 454449 pincode. Dharampuri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lunhera Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lunhera Khurd
As per Census 2011, Lunhera Khurd village has a total population of 974 people, consisting of 491 males and 483 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 593 literate and 381 illiterate residents. Additionally, 342 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 90 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lunhera Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 974 | 491 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 172 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 35 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 341 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 150 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Lunhera Khurd
Lunhera Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sala | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Pipalda Garh | West | 1.88 km |
| Gajipura | East | 2.60 km |
| Nimola | West | 3.65 km |
| Gyanpura | South | 3.86 km |
| Bagdipura | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Khal Khurd | North | 4.07 km |
| Khal Buzurg | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Khal Khurd | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Sundrel | North | 4.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lunhera Khurd
Lunhera Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dharampuri to Lunhera Khurd is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Lunhera Khurd is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lunhera Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lunhera Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lunhera Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lunhera Khurd 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lunhera Khurd
Where is Lunhera Khurd located?
Lunhera Khurd village is located in Dharampuri Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lunhera Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Lunhera Khurd is Piopaldagadhi.
What is the pincode of Lunhera Khurd?
The pincode of Lunhera Khurd is 454449.
What is the population of Lunhera Khurd?
Lunhera Khurd has a total population of 974, including 491 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Lunhera Khurd?
There are 191 households in Lunhera Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Lunhera Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lunhera Khurd is 60.88%. Male literacy is 69.45% and female literacy is 52.17%.