Luhakhan - Padampur, Bargarh
Luhakhan is a village situated in the Padampur tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Burden and around 91 km from Bargarh. Budamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhakhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhakhan is 380019. The village covers a total geographical area of 389 hectares and falls under the 768036 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Luhakhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhakhan
According to the 2011 Census, Luhakhan village had a total population of 653 people, including 330 males and 323 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.36%, with male literacy at 73.48% and female literacy at 53.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 161, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 244.
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 | 653 | 330 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 51 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 78 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 131 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 205 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 125 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Luhakhan
Luhakhan 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 Luhakhan
Luhakhan 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 Padmapur to Luhakhan is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Luhakhan is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luhakhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhakhan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Luhakhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhakhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Luhakhan
Where is Luhakhan located?
Luhakhan village is located in Padampur Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Luhakhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhakhan is Budamal.
What is the pincode of Luhakhan?
The pincode of Luhakhan is 768036.
What is the population of Luhakhan?
Luhakhan had a total population of 653, including 330 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Luhakhan?
Luhakhan had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luhakhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhakhan was 63.36%. Male literacy was 73.48% and female literacy was 53.50%.