Ludhuri - Mohana, Gajapati
Ludhuri is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Karachabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ludhuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ludhuri is 413688. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Ludhuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ludhuri
According to the 2011 Census, Ludhuri village had a total population of 60 people, including 18 males and 42 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 2,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.33%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 31.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 60 | 18 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 2 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 18 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 3 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Ludhuri
Ludhuri 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 Ludhuri
Public transport in the Ludhuri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Ludhuri is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Ludhuri is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ludhuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ludhuri 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 Ludhuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ludhuri 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ludhuri
Where is Ludhuri located?
Ludhuri village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ludhuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Ludhuri is Karachabadi.
What is the pincode of Ludhuri?
The pincode of Ludhuri is 765017.
What is the population of Ludhuri?
Ludhuri had a total population of 60, including 18 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Ludhuri?
Ludhuri had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ludhuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ludhuri was 53.33%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 31.03%.