Luhakhamba - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Luhakhamba is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Gudari and around 100 km from Rayagada . Karlaghati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhakhamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhakhamba is 426844. The village covers a total geographical area of 794 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Luhakhamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhakhamba
According to the 2011 Census, Luhakhamba village had a total population of 170 people, including 94 males and 76 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 809 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.84%, with male literacy at 30.77% and female literacy at 3.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
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 | 170 | 94 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 93 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 24 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 70 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Luhakhamba
Luhakhamba 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 Luhakhamba
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Luhakhamba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Luhakhamba is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Luhakhamba is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luhakhamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhakhamba 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Luhakhamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhakhamba 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 Luhakhamba
Where is Luhakhamba located?
Luhakhamba village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Luhakhamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhakhamba is Karlaghati.
What is the pincode of Luhakhamba?
The pincode of Luhakhamba is 765026.
What is the population of Luhakhamba?
Luhakhamba had a total population of 170, including 94 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Luhakhamba?
Luhakhamba had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luhakhamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhakhamba was 18.84%. Male literacy was 30.77% and female literacy was 3.33%.