Luhurapali - Loisinga, Balangir
Luhurapali is a village situated in the Loisinga tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Loisinga and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Budhipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhurapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhurapali is 419948. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 767020 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Luhurapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loisingha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhurapali
As per Census 2011, Luhurapali village has a total population of 601 people, consisting of 308 males and 293 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 394 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luhurapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 601 | 308 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 37 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 96 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 221 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 87 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Luhurapali
Luhurapali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gurjibhata | East | 1.48 km |
| Panesara | South | 1.49 km |
| Jogisarda | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Burda | West | 2.05 km |
| Kharmunda | South | 2.41 km |
| Ghusuramunda | North | 2.46 km |
| Gopalpur | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Tebhadunguri | South | 2.97 km |
| Dhodamahula | West | 3.01 km |
| Budhipadar | North-West | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Luhurapali
Luhurapali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Loisingha, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balangir to Luhurapali is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luhurapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhurapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Luhurapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhurapali 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Luhurapali
Where is Luhurapali located?
Luhurapali village is located in Loisinga Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luhurapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhurapali is Budhipadar.
What is the pincode of Luhurapali?
The pincode of Luhurapali is 767020.
What is the population of Luhurapali?
Luhurapali has a total population of 601, including 308 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Luhurapali?
There are 136 households in Luhurapali.
What is the literacy rate in Luhurapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhurapali is 65.56%. Male literacy is 71.75% and female literacy is 59.04%.