Lukathai - Puranpur, Pilibhit
Lukathai is a village situated in the Puranpur tehsil of Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puranpur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pilibhit. Luktiaayi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lukathai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lukathai is 132519. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.64 hectares and falls under the 262122 pincode. Purnapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Lukathai 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 Puranpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pilibhit Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lukathai
According to the 2011 Census, Lukathai village had a total population of 1,209 people, including 663 males and 546 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.72%, with male literacy at 85.38% and female literacy at 50.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 1,209 | 663 | 546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 102 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 716 | 479 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 184 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Lukathai
Lukathai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nachan | South | 1.22 km |
| Gulrahai | North | 1.45 km |
| Garha Khurd | West | 1.51 km |
| Nachanhar | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Patia Khurd | North | 2.54 km |
| Navadia Durjanpur | West | 2.57 km |
| Khamaria Kalan | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Govindpur Mohanpur | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Sehramau Uttari | South | 3.24 km |
| Naugawan T. Chandpur | South-West | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lukathai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lukathai. The nearest railway station is Akelahanspur Halt, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnapur to Lukathai is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pilibhit to Lukathai is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lukathai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lukathai 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lukathai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lukathai 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lukathai
Where is Lukathai located?
Lukathai village is located in Puranpur Tehsil, Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lukathai?
The Gram Panchayat of Lukathai is Luktiaayi.
What is the pincode of Lukathai?
The pincode of Lukathai is 262122.
What is the population of Lukathai?
Lukathai had a total population of 1,209, including 663 males and 546 females.
How many households are there in Lukathai?
Lukathai had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lukathai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lukathai was 69.72%. Male literacy was 85.38% and female literacy was 50.86%.