Luhichee - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Luhichee is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Luhichi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luhichee village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luhichee is 132636. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 242042 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Luhichee village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Powayan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luhichee
As per Census 2011, Luhichee village has a total population of 899 people, consisting of 469 males and 430 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 474 literate and 425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luhichee are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 899 | 469 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 91 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 474 | 287 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 182 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Luhichee
Luhichee 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ram Devri | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Khargapur | North-East | 1.01 km |
| Luhicha | South-West | 1.19 km |
| Kamalpur | South | 1.81 km |
| Kankar Dwara | North | 2.04 km |
| Dabhaura Chinti | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Pipariya Ghasi | East | 2.38 km |
| Pipra Japti | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Nagra J Navadia | North | 2.57 km |
| Bhavr Khera J. Jiginia | South | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Luhichee
Public transport in the Luhichee is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mighauna, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.6 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 Shahjahanpur to Luhichee is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Luhichee is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luhichee
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luhichee 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 Luhichee
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luhichee 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 Luhichee
Where is Luhichee located?
Luhichee village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luhichee?
The Gram Panchayat of Luhichee is Luhichi.
What is the pincode of Luhichee?
The pincode of Luhichee is 242042.
What is the population of Luhichee?
Luhichee has a total population of 899, including 469 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Luhichee?
There are 178 households in Luhichee.
What is the literacy rate in Luhichee?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhichee is 52.73%. Male literacy is 61.19% and female literacy is 43.49%.