Luhakhandi - Ulunda, Sonepur
Luhakhandi is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from Biramaharajpur and around 35 km from Subarnapur. Kotsamalai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhakhandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhakhandi is 419235. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Luhakhandi 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 Luhakhandi
According to the 2011 Census, Luhakhandi village had a total population of 139 people, including 74 males and 65 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.99%, with male literacy at 95.16% and female literacy at 61.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 139 | 74 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 59 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 15 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Luhakhandi
Luhakhandi 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 Luhakhandi
Luhakhandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Luhakhandi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Luhakhandi is about 35 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 Luhakhandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhakhandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Luhakhandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhakhandi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Luhakhandi
Where is Luhakhandi located?
Luhakhandi village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Luhakhandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhakhandi is Kotsamalai.
What is the pincode of Luhakhandi?
The pincode of Luhakhandi is 767018.
What is the population of Luhakhandi?
Luhakhandi had a total population of 139, including 74 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Luhakhandi?
Luhakhandi had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luhakhandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhakhandi was 78.99%. Male literacy was 95.16% and female literacy was 61.40%.