Luna - Balianta, Khordha
Luna is a village situated in the Balianta tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balianta and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Sarakana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luna is 407588. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 752101 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Luna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luna
As per Census 2011, Luna village has a total population of 356 people, consisting of 181 males and 175 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 237 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 356 | 181 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 74 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 137 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 44 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Luna
Luna 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 Luna
Luna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Luna.
| 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 Bhubaneswar to Luna is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Luna is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Luna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luna 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Luna
Where is Luna located?
Luna village is located in Balianta Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luna?
The Gram Panchayat of Luna is Sarakana.
What is the pincode of Luna?
The pincode of Luna is 752101.
What is the population of Luna?
Luna has a total population of 356, including 181 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Luna?
There are 77 households in Luna.
What is the literacy rate in Luna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luna is 66.57%. Male literacy is 75.69% and female literacy is 57.14%.