Luhasiripur - Paralakhemundi, Gajapati
Luhasiripur is a village situated in the Paralakhemundi tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Gurandi and around 18 km from Paralakhemundi. Madhusudanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhasiripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhasiripur is 414669. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 761211 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Luhasiripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paralakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhasiripur
According to the 2011 Census, Luhasiripur village had a total population of 97 people, including 44 males and 53 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,205 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.40%, with male literacy at 67.50% and female literacy at 32.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 80.
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 | 97 | 44 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 35 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 27 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 17 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Luhasiripur
Luhasiripur 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 Luhasiripur
Luhasiripur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parlakhemundi to Luhasiripur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Luhasiripur is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luhasiripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhasiripur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Luhasiripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhasiripur 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 Luhasiripur
Where is Luhasiripur located?
Luhasiripur village is located in Paralakhemundi Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luhasiripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhasiripur is Madhusudanpur.
What is the pincode of Luhasiripur?
The pincode of Luhasiripur is 761211.
What is the population of Luhasiripur?
Luhasiripur had a total population of 97, including 44 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Luhasiripur?
Luhasiripur had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luhasiripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhasiripur was 49.40%. Male literacy was 67.50% and female literacy was 32.56%.