Luler - Mathili, Malkangiri
Luler is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Karatanpalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luler village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luler is 430338. The village covers a total geographical area of 456 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Luler village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luler
According to the 2011 Census, Luler village had a total population of 691 people, including 333 males and 358 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.68%, with male literacy at 51.64% and female literacy at 18.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 194, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 387.
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 | 691 | 333 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 58 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 86 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 192 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 142 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 191 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Luler
Luler 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 Luler
Luler is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Luler has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Luler is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Luler 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 Luler
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luler 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 Luler
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luler 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 Luler
Where is Luler located?
Luler village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Luler?
The Gram Panchayat of Luler is Karatanpalli.
What is the pincode of Luler?
The pincode of Luler is 764044.
What is the population of Luler?
Luler had a total population of 691, including 333 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Luler?
Luler had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luler?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luler was 34.68%. Male literacy was 51.64% and female literacy was 18.92%.