Luhara - Baraut, Baghpat
Luhara is a village situated in the Baraut tehsil of Baghpat district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraut and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Baghpat. Luhara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhara is 119268. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.4 hectares and falls under the 250617 pincode.
Luhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhaprauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baghpat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhara
According to the 2011 Census, Luhara village had a total population of 4,492 people, including 2,431 males and 2,061 females, living in 713 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.95%, with male literacy at 85.21% and female literacy at 60.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 309.
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 | 4,492 | 2,431 | 2,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 611 | 342 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 167 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,870 | 1,780 | 1,090 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,622 | 651 | 971 |
Nearby Villages of Luhara
Luhara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sherpur | East | 1.64 km |
| Silana | North | 1.79 km |
| Khwajgipur Urf Chandanheri | West | 2.04 km |
| Khwaja Nagla | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Halalpur | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Sadikpur Sinoli | South | 3.24 km |
| Bachhor | West | 3.24 km |
| Rajpur | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Barwala | East | 3.33 km |
| Mukandpur | North | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Luhara
Luhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Qasimpur Kheri, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.3 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghpat to Luhara is about 30 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 Luhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Luhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Luhara
Where is Luhara located?
Luhara village is located in Baraut Tehsil, Baghpat district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Luhara?
Luhara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Luhara?
The pincode of Luhara is 250617.
What is the population of Luhara?
Luhara had a total population of 4,492, including 2,431 males and 2,061 females.
How many households are there in Luhara?
Luhara had 713 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhara was 73.95%. Male literacy was 85.21% and female literacy was 60.83%.