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
According to the 2011 Census, Luhichee village had a total population of 899 people, including 469 males and 430 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.75%, with male literacy at 75.93% and female literacy at 52.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145.
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 | 899 | 469 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 91 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 899, including 469 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Luhichee?
Luhichee had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luhichee?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luhichee was 64.75%. Male literacy was 75.93% and female literacy was 52.82%.