Luri - Bichhiya, Mandla
Luri is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Medha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luri is 493443. The village covers a total geographical area of 325.55 hectares and falls under the 481996 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Luri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Luri
As per Census 2011, Luri village has a total population of 682 people, consisting of 345 males and 337 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 268 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 438 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 682 | 345 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 65 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 208 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 158 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 187 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Luri
Luri 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 Luri
Luri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Luri has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bichhiya to Luri is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Luri is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Luri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luri 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Luri
Where is Luri located?
Luri village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luri?
The Gram Panchayat of Luri is Medha.
What is the pincode of Luri?
The pincode of Luri is 481996.
What is the population of Luri?
Luri has a total population of 682, including 345 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Luri?
There are 175 households in Luri.
What is the literacy rate in Luri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luri is 39.30%. Male literacy is 45.80% and female literacy is 32.64%.