Luising - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Luising is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 46 km from Gochhapada and around 51 km from Phulbani. Luisingi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luising village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luising is 415128. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Luising village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luising
According to the 2011 Census, Luising village had a total population of 279 people, including 148 males and 131 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.71%, with male literacy at 75.61% and female literacy at 53.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 279 | 148 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 81 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 93 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 55 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Luising
Luising 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 Luising
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Luising.
| 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 Phulabani to Luising is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Luising is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luising
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luising 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 Luising
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luising 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 Luising
Where is Luising located?
Luising village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Luising?
The Gram Panchayat of Luising is Luisingi.
What is the pincode of Luising?
The pincode of Luising is 762002.
What is the population of Luising?
Luising had a total population of 279, including 148 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Luising?
Luising had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luising?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luising was 64.71%. Male literacy was 75.61% and female literacy was 53.04%.