Luturpanka - Biramaharajpur, Sonepur
Luturpanka is a village situated in the Biramaharajpur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Subalaya and around 40 km from Subarnapur. Luthurpank serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luturpanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luturpanka is 419459. The village covers a total geographical area of 481 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Luturpanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luturpanka
As per Census 2011, Luturpanka village has a total population of 1,227 people, consisting of 636 males and 591 females. The village has 301 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 815 literate and 412 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luturpanka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,227 | 636 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 92 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 182 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 815 | 469 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 167 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Luturpanka
Luturpanka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Telipalijungle | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Mendilipali | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Kenjhiriapali | West | 2.26 km |
| Bhaludungrijungle | North | 2.31 km |
| Ghantopali | South | 2.34 km |
| Telipali | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Jatiapali | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Bardakata | East | 2.93 km |
| Kadalipali | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Badmal | North | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Luturpanka
Luturpanka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Charmal, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sonapur to Luturpanka is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Luturpanka is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luturpanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luturpanka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Luturpanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luturpanka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Luturpanka
Where is Luturpanka located?
Luturpanka village is located in Biramaharajpur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luturpanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Luturpanka is Luthurpank.
What is the pincode of Luturpanka?
The pincode of Luturpanka is 767018.
What is the population of Luturpanka?
Luturpanka has a total population of 1,227, including 636 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Luturpanka?
There are 301 households in Luturpanka.
What is the literacy rate in Luturpanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luturpanka is 66.42%. Male literacy is 73.74% and female literacy is 58.54%.