Luhuringia - Raikia, Kandhamal
Luhuringia is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Petapanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhuringia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhuringia is 417528. The village covers a total geographical area of 704 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Luhuringia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhuringia
As per Census 2011, Luhuringia village has a total population of 1,392 people, consisting of 679 males and 713 females. The village has 374 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 747 literate and 645 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,077 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luhuringia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,392 | 679 | 713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 99 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 48 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,077 | 519 | 558 |
| Literate Population | 747 | 425 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 645 | 254 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Luhuringia
Luhuringia 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 Luhuringia
Luhuringia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 G. Udayagiri to Luhuringia is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Luhuringia is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luhuringia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhuringia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Luhuringia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhuringia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Luhuringia
Where is Luhuringia located?
Luhuringia village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luhuringia?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhuringia is Petapanga.
What is the pincode of Luhuringia?
The pincode of Luhuringia is 762101.
What is the population of Luhuringia?
Luhuringia has a total population of 1,392, including 679 males and 713 females.
How many households are there in Luhuringia?
There are 374 households in Luhuringia.
What is the literacy rate in Luhuringia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhuringia is 53.66%. Male literacy is 62.59% and female literacy is 45.16%.