Luthurbandh - Titlagarh, Balangir
Luthurbandh is a village situated in the Titlagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Titlagarh and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Luthurbandh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luthurbandh is 421577. The village covers a total geographical area of 607 hectares and falls under the 767033 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Luthurbandh 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 Luthurbandh
As per Census 2011, Luthurbandh village has a total population of 2,825 people, consisting of 1,450 males and 1,375 females. The village has 687 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 355 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,567 literate and 1,258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 626 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luthurbandh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,825 | 1,450 | 1,375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 182 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 132 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 626 | 313 | 313 |
| Literate Population | 1,567 | 935 | 632 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,258 | 515 | 743 |
Nearby Villages of Luthurbandh
Luthurbandh 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 | North | 1.20 km |
| Jamjore | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Bhalegaon | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Sargunamunda | West | 2.91 km |
| Tansir | East | 2.97 km |
| Pudapadar | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Kurlupada | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Ghisiramal | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Sirekela | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Kanijuri | North | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Luthurbandh
Luthurbandh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kesinga, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Luthurbandh is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Luthurbandh 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 Luthurbandh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luthurbandh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Luthurbandh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luthurbandh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Luthurbandh
Where is Luthurbandh located?
Luthurbandh village is located in Titlagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luthurbandh?
Luthurbandh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Luthurbandh?
The pincode of Luthurbandh is 767033.
What is the population of Luthurbandh?
Luthurbandh has a total population of 2,825, including 1,450 males and 1,375 females.
How many households are there in Luthurbandh?
There are 687 households in Luthurbandh.
What is the literacy rate in Luthurbandh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luthurbandh is 55.47%. Male literacy is 64.48% and female literacy is 45.96%.