Luhurapali - Saintala, Balangir
Luhurapali is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Bhadra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhurapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhurapali is 421178. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Titilagarh 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 610 people, consisting of 324 males and 286 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 383 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 238 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luhurapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 610 | 324 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 53 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 122 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 244 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 80 | 147 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nuapara | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Bhadra | North | 2.17 km |
| Badamunda | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Barahmal | West | 2.23 km |
| Chilbahali | South | 2.37 km |
| Jubamal | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Khasbahal | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Ghantbahali | South | 2.96 km |
| Narabahali | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Bhorpara | South | 3.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Luhurapali
Luhurapali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badmal, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Titlagarh to Luhurapali is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Luhurapali is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Luhurapali
Where is Luhurapali located?
Luhurapali village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luhurapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhurapali is Bhadra.
What is the pincode of Luhurapali?
The pincode of Luhurapali is 767032.
What is the population of Luhurapali?
Luhurapali has a total population of 610, including 324 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Luhurapali?
There are 164 households in Luhurapali.
What is the literacy rate in Luhurapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhurapali is 62.79%. Male literacy is 75.31% and female literacy is 48.60%.