Lukam Tola - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Lukam Tola is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Pateriyatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lukam Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lukam Tola is 501197. The village covers a total geographical area of 474.17 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Jaisinghnagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Lukam Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lukam Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Lukam Tola village had a total population of 20 people, including 11 males and 9 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 818 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.65%, with male literacy at 11.11% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 10 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Lukam Tola
Lukam Tola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Charkidol | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Barhi Kachhar | West | 1.76 km |
| Saradpur | East | 1.89 km |
| Pateriya Tola | North | 2.25 km |
| Tendudol | South | 2.28 km |
| Ghirghori | West | 3.07 km |
| Nakti Tola | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Budhsar | North | 4.06 km |
| Kusmi | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Kudari | South | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lukam Tola
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Lukam Tola. The nearest railway station is Duvri Kalan, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jaisinghnagar to Lukam Tola is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Lukam Tola is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lukam Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lukam Tola 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lukam Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lukam Tola 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lukam Tola
Where is Lukam Tola located?
Lukam Tola village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lukam Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Lukam Tola is Pateriyatola.
What is the pincode of Lukam Tola?
The pincode of Lukam Tola is 484771.
What is the population of Lukam Tola?
Lukam Tola had a total population of 20, including 11 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Lukam Tola?
Lukam Tola had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lukam Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lukam Tola was 17.65%. Male literacy was 11.11% and female literacy was 25.00%.