Luhand - Rajpura, Patiala
Luhand is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpura and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Luhand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhand is 037071. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 140417 pincode. Rajpura is the nearest town.
Luhand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhand
As per Census 2011, Luhand village has a total population of 316 people, consisting of 169 males and 147 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luhand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 316 | 169 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 118 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 51 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Luhand
Luhand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nandgarh | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Kheri Gurna | North | 1.95 km |
| Gharama Khurd | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Nanhera | West | 2.62 km |
| Tepla | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Shambhu Klan | South | 2.82 km |
| Mohi Kalan | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Gharama Kalan | West | 3.12 km |
| Surajgarh | West | 4.02 km |
| Noshera | South-West | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Luhand
Luhand is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sambhu, while the nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.4 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Luhand is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luhand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Luhand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Luhand
Where is Luhand located?
Luhand village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luhand?
Luhand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Luhand?
The pincode of Luhand is 140417.
What is the population of Luhand?
Luhand has a total population of 316, including 169 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Luhand?
There are 60 households in Luhand.
What is the literacy rate in Luhand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhand is 63.92%. Male literacy is 69.82% and female literacy is 57.14%.