Luhabaga - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Luhabaga is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from Rengali and around 89 km from Jharsuguda. Kanaktora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhabaga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhabaga is 380987. The village covers a total geographical area of 493 hectares and falls under the 768226 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Luhabaga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhabaga
According to the 2011 Census, Luhabaga village had a total population of 974 people, including 498 males and 476 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.53%, with male literacy at 93.88% and female literacy at 79.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 154.
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 | 974 | 498 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 57 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 80 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 758 | 414 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 84 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Luhabaga
Luhabaga 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 Luhabaga
Luhabaga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belpahar to Luhabaga is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Luhabaga is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luhabaga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhabaga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Luhabaga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhabaga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Luhabaga
Where is Luhabaga located?
Luhabaga village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Luhabaga?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhabaga is Kanaktora.
What is the pincode of Luhabaga?
The pincode of Luhabaga is 768226.
What is the population of Luhabaga?
Luhabaga had a total population of 974, including 498 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Luhabaga?
Luhabaga had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luhabaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhabaga was 86.53%. Male literacy was 93.88% and female literacy was 79.08%.