Luhar Khera - Balghat, Karauli
Luhar Khera is a village situated in the Balghat tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 29 km from Todabhim and around 52 km from Karauli. Urdain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhar Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhar Khera is 076317. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.19 hectares and falls under the 322238 pincode. Hindaun is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Luhar Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Todabhim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhar Khera
As per Census 2011, Luhar Khera village has a total population of 1,024 people, consisting of 564 males and 460 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 815 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 567 literate and 457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 282 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luhar Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,024 | 564 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 93 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 141 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 402 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 162 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Luhar Khera
Luhar Khera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandwar | West | 1.51 km |
| Rampura | North | 1.70 km |
| Khilchipur Bara | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Barh Mahasinghpura | East | 2.41 km |
| Urdain | East | 2.78 km |
| Kamalpura | West | 2.89 km |
| Mahswa | South | 3.20 km |
| Gaonri | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Garhi | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Dungapura | North | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Luhar Khera
Luhar Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khandip, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Hindaun to Luhar Khera is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karauli to Luhar Khera is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luhar Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhar Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Luhar Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhar Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Luhar Khera
Where is Luhar Khera located?
Luhar Khera village is located in Balghat Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luhar Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhar Khera is Urdain.
What is the pincode of Luhar Khera?
The pincode of Luhar Khera is 322238.
What is the population of Luhar Khera?
Luhar Khera has a total population of 1,024, including 564 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Luhar Khera?
There are 238 households in Luhar Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Luhar Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhar Khera is 55.37%. Male literacy is 71.28% and female literacy is 35.87%.