Lunahar - Gop, Puri
Lunahar is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Ganeswarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lunahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lunahar is 409434. The village covers a total geographical area of 184 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Lunahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lunahar
As per Census 2011, Lunahar village has a total population of 445 people, consisting of 213 males and 232 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 343 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lunahar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 445 | 213 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 49 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 174 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 39 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Lunahar
Lunahar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Galadari | North | 0.93 km |
| Bhadis | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Tilipadagarh | East | 1.39 km |
| Siso | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Parichadhei | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Kosalada | East | 1.86 km |
| Gunia | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Chadheigan | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Davara | West | 2.05 km |
| Sankhatira | South-West | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lunahar
Lunahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Nimapada to Lunahar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Lunahar is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lunahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lunahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lunahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lunahar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lunahar
Where is Lunahar located?
Lunahar village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lunahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lunahar is Ganeswarpur.
What is the pincode of Lunahar?
The pincode of Lunahar is 752110.
What is the population of Lunahar?
Lunahar has a total population of 445, including 213 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Lunahar?
There are 99 households in Lunahar.
What is the literacy rate in Lunahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lunahar is 77.08%. Male literacy is 81.69% and female literacy is 72.84%.