Luhari - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Luhari is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Kapkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhari is 490503. The village covers a total geographical area of 256.12 hectares and falls under the 487001 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Luhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhari
According to the 2011 Census, Luhari village had a total population of 377 people, including 206 males and 171 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 830 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.30%, with male literacy at 91.43% and female literacy at 67.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 377 | 206 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 31 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 160 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 46 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Luhari
Luhari 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 Luhari
Luhari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Luhari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Luhari is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Luhari is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Luhari
Where is Luhari located?
Luhari village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhari is Kapkheda.
What is the pincode of Luhari?
The pincode of Luhari is 487001.
What is the population of Luhari?
Luhari had a total population of 377, including 206 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Luhari?
Luhari had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhari was 80.30%. Male literacy was 91.43% and female literacy was 67.74%.