Luhurani Berna - Bamara, Sambalpur
Luhurani Berna is a village situated in the Bamara tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Govindpur and around 120 km from Sambalpur. Sagara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhurani Berna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhurani Berna is 381291. The village covers a total geographical area of 288 hectares and falls under the 768224 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Luhurani Berna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhurani Berna
According to the 2011 Census, Luhurani Berna village had a total population of 362 people, including 188 males and 174 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.75%, with male literacy at 75.29% and female literacy at 55.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 234.
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 | 362 | 188 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 43 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 121 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 128 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 60 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Luhurani Berna
Luhurani Berna 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 Luhurani Berna
Luhurani Berna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Luhurani Berna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Luhurani Berna is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Luhurani Berna is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luhurani Berna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhurani Berna 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 Luhurani Berna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhurani Berna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Luhurani Berna
Where is Luhurani Berna located?
Luhurani Berna village is located in Bamara Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Luhurani Berna?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhurani Berna is Sagara.
What is the pincode of Luhurani Berna?
The pincode of Luhurani Berna is 768224.
What is the population of Luhurani Berna?
Luhurani Berna had a total population of 362, including 188 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Luhurani Berna?
Luhurani Berna had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luhurani Berna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhurani Berna was 65.75%. Male literacy was 75.29% and female literacy was 55.41%.