Luthurkend - Lephripara, Sundargarh
Luthurkend is a village situated in the Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lephripara and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Dumabahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luthurkend village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luthurkend is 383667. The village covers a total geographical area of 277 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Luthurkend village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luthurkend
As per Census 2011, Luthurkend village has a total population of 400 people, consisting of 190 males and 210 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,105 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 193 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 372 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luthurkend are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 400 | 190 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 372 | 175 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 103 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 87 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Luthurkend
Luthurkend 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deuldihi | North-East | 1.09 km |
| Kaniaghati | North | 1.34 km |
| Dumabahal | South | 1.54 km |
| Bardihi | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Saraphgada | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Sipukachhar | West | 2.09 km |
| Bichhuabahal | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Bhedibahal | North | 2.94 km |
| Karanjkhol | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Beheramal | South-East | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Luthurkend
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Luthurkend. The nearest railway station is Hemagiri, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Luthurkend is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Luthurkend is about 36 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 Luthurkend
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luthurkend 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Luthurkend
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luthurkend village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Luthurkend
Where is Luthurkend located?
Luthurkend village is located in Lephripara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luthurkend?
The Gram Panchayat of Luthurkend is Dumabahal.
What is the pincode of Luthurkend?
The pincode of Luthurkend is 770012.
What is the population of Luthurkend?
Luthurkend has a total population of 400, including 190 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Luthurkend?
There are 85 households in Luthurkend.
What is the literacy rate in Luthurkend?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luthurkend is 48.25%. Male literacy is 54.21% and female literacy is 42.86%.