Luhkari - Kundam, Jabalpur
Luhkari is a village situated in the Kundam tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundam and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Louhkari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhkari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhkari is 490299. The village covers a total geographical area of 512.89 hectares and falls under the 482001 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Luhkari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Luhkari
According to the 2011 Census, Luhkari village had a total population of 1,088 people, including 556 males and 532 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.15%, with male literacy at 84.66% and female literacy at 75.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 989.
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 | 1,088 | 556 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 80 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 989 | 504 | 485 |
| Literate Population | 739 | 403 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 153 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Luhkari
Luhkari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Indra | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Amjhar | North | 2.63 km |
| Amakhoh | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Beragi | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Kutgar | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Hinauta | North | 3.72 km |
| Khari | South-West | 3.90 km |
| Partala | South | 4.24 km |
| Bichua | North-East | 4.38 km |
| Veerner | North-West | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Luhkari
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Luhkari. The nearest railway station is Adhartal, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 4.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jabalpur to Luhkari is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luhkari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhkari 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Luhkari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhkari 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Luhkari
Where is Luhkari located?
Luhkari village is located in Kundam Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Luhkari?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhkari is Louhkari.
What is the pincode of Luhkari?
The pincode of Luhkari is 482001.
What is the population of Luhkari?
Luhkari had a total population of 1,088, including 556 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Luhkari?
Luhkari had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luhkari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhkari was 80.15%. Male literacy was 84.66% and female literacy was 75.34%.