Luhakala - Banspal, Keonjhar
Luhakala is a village situated in the Banspal tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from Nayakote and around 75 km from Kendujhar. Talakadakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhakala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhakala is 386222. The village covers a total geographical area of 1366 hectares and falls under the 758085 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Luhakala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhakala
As per Census 2011, Luhakala village has a total population of 1,133 people, consisting of 569 males and 564 females. The village has 194 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 224 literate and 909 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,030 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luhakala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,133 | 569 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 136 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,030 | 517 | 513 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 158 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 909 | 411 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Luhakala
Luhakala 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 Luhakala
Luhakala 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendujhar to Luhakala is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Luhakala is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luhakala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhakala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Luhakala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhakala 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 Luhakala
Where is Luhakala located?
Luhakala village is located in Banspal Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luhakala?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhakala is Talakadakala.
What is the pincode of Luhakala?
The pincode of Luhakala is 758085.
What is the population of Luhakala?
Luhakala has a total population of 1,133, including 569 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Luhakala?
There are 194 households in Luhakala.
What is the literacy rate in Luhakala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhakala is 19.77%. Male literacy is 27.77% and female literacy is 11.70%.