Luhagaon - Dharamgarh, Kalahandi
Luhagaon is a village situated in the Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharamgarh and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kangaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhagaon is 423936. The village covers a total geographical area of 475 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Luhagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhagaon
As per Census 2011, Luhagaon village has a total population of 1,677 people, consisting of 881 males and 796 females. The village has 449 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 708 literate and 969 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luhagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,677 | 881 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 114 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 139 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 708 | 486 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 969 | 395 | 574 |
Nearby Villages of Luhagaon
Luhagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gataguda | North | 1.54 km |
| Kanagaon | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Shosia(susia) | East | 1.95 km |
| Chilchila | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Banjipadar | North | 2.58 km |
| Dumerguda | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Tipiguda | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Khamarhaladi | East | 3.41 km |
| Thanat | South | 3.52 km |
| Kandamal | North | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Luhagaon
Luhagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Luhagaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Luhagaon is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luhagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Luhagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Luhagaon
Where is Luhagaon located?
Luhagaon village is located in Dharamgarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luhagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhagaon is Kangaon.
What is the pincode of Luhagaon?
The pincode of Luhagaon is 766029.
What is the population of Luhagaon?
Luhagaon has a total population of 1,677, including 881 males and 796 females.
How many households are there in Luhagaon?
There are 449 households in Luhagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Luhagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhagaon is 42.22%. Male literacy is 55.16% and female literacy is 27.89%.