Luma - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Luma is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Biswanathpur and around 60 km from Bhawanipatna. Kumkhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luma is 423196. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Luma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luma
As per Census 2011, Luma village has a total population of 364 people, consisting of 192 males and 172 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 104 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 215 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 364 | 192 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 74 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 215 | 114 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 81 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 111 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Luma
Luma 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 Luma
Luma 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 Bhawanipatna to Luma is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luma 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Luma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luma 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Luma
Where is Luma located?
Luma village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luma?
The Gram Panchayat of Luma is Kumkhal.
What is the pincode of Luma?
The pincode of Luma is 766020.
What is the population of Luma?
Luma has a total population of 364, including 192 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Luma?
There are 75 households in Luma.
What is the literacy rate in Luma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luma is 28.57%. Male literacy is 42.19% and female literacy is 13.37%.