Luhamara - Kaniha, Angul
Luhamara is a village situated in the Kaniha tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Kaniha and around 48 km from Anugul . Badagundri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhamara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhamara is 403796. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 759117 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Luhamara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talcher Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhamara
According to the 2011 Census, Luhamara village had a total population of 367 people, including 180 males and 187 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.78%, with male literacy at 79.45% and female literacy at 52.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 367 | 180 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 116 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 64 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Luhamara
Luhamara 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 Luhamara
Luhamara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talcher to Luhamara is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Luhamara is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luhamara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhamara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Luhamara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhamara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Luhamara
Where is Luhamara located?
Luhamara village is located in Kaniha Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luhamara?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhamara is Badagundri.
What is the pincode of Luhamara?
The pincode of Luhamara is 759117.
What is the population of Luhamara?
Luhamara had a total population of 367, including 180 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Luhamara?
Luhamara had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luhamara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhamara was 65.78%. Male literacy was 79.45% and female literacy was 52.90%.