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
As per Census 2011, Luhakhandi village has a total population of 139 people, consisting of 74 males and 65 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 94 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luhakhandi are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 139, including 74 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Luhakhandi?
There are 35 households in Luhakhandi.
What is the literacy rate in Luhakhandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhakhandi is 67.63%. Male literacy is 79.73% and female literacy is 53.85%.