Lura

Lura is a village located in Saipung subdivision of Jaintia Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Saipung (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Jowai.

Lura has its own place in the vibrant Jaintia Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Lura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lura is 279547. Saipung is nearest town to Lura village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Lura

Below is a concise population overview of Lura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 431 219 212
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 93 42 51
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 427 216 211
Literate Population 212 126 86
Illiterate Population 219 93 126

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lura village:

  • The total population of Lura village is around 431, including approximately 219 males and 212 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Lura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lura village has 427 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Lura village is about 49.19%, with male literacy at 57.53% and female literacy at 40.57%.
  • There are around 73 households in Lura village.

Connectivity of Lura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lura. As per the 2011 stats, Lura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Lura

Knowing the nearby villages of Lura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lura.

Tangsko Lumsharing Daistong Lumchyrngan Saipung Lungmaicham Situng Saphak Thuruk Fiangpui Lelad

Frequently Asked Questions about Lura

Where is Lura located?
Lura village is situated in Saipung Subdivision, within the Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lura?
The pincode of Lura is 793200, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lura is 431, with 219 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Lura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lura village has a total of 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lura is 49.19%. The male literacy rate is 57.53%, while the female literacy rate is 40.57%.