Luhaba - Machh Kund, Koraput
Luhaba is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Nandapur and around 41 km from Koraput. Subai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhaba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhaba is 429837. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Luhaba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhaba
As per Census 2011, Luhaba village has a total population of 470 people, consisting of 229 males and 241 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 147 literate and 323 illiterate residents. Additionally, 213 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 214 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luhaba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 470 | 229 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 31 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 101 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 108 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 80 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 149 | 174 |
Transport and Connectivity of Luhaba
Luhaba 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Luhaba is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Luhaba is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luhaba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhaba 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Luhaba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhaba 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 Luhaba
Where is Luhaba located?
Luhaba village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luhaba?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhaba is Subai.
What is the pincode of Luhaba?
The pincode of Luhaba is 764037.
What is the population of Luhaba?
Luhaba has a total population of 470, including 229 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Luhaba?
There are 115 households in Luhaba.
What is the literacy rate in Luhaba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhaba is 31.28%. Male literacy is 34.93% and female literacy is 27.80%.