Luni - Odagaon, Nayagarh
Luni is a village situated in the Odagaon tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Odagaon and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Sunamuhin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luni is 406557. The village covers a total geographical area of 349 hectares and falls under the 752081 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Luni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nayagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luni
As per Census 2011, Luni village has a total population of 786 people, consisting of 421 males and 365 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 518 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 305 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 786 | 421 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 158 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 518 | 320 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 101 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Luni
Luni is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Landabadu | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Sugumu | South | 1.76 km |
| Maliajhola | North | 2.31 km |
| Mahuliagada | West | 2.36 km |
| Kamasaragada | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Jhadasahi | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Khairanati | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Sunamuhin | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Chadheiapalli | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Panchabhuti | South | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Luni
Luni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Nayagarh to Luni is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Luni is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Luni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luni 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Luni
Where is Luni located?
Luni village is located in Odagaon Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luni?
The Gram Panchayat of Luni is Sunamuhin.
What is the pincode of Luni?
The pincode of Luni is 752081.
What is the population of Luni?
Luni has a total population of 786, including 421 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Luni?
There are 191 households in Luni.
What is the literacy rate in Luni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luni is 65.90%. Male literacy is 76.01% and female literacy is 54.25%.