Luntara - Ghaat, Chamoli
Luntara is a village situated in the Ghaat tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Chamoli and around 45 km from Gopeshwar. Luntara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luntara is 041063. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.06 hectares and falls under the 246435 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Luntara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luntara
As per Census 2011, Luntara village has a total population of 981 people, consisting of 456 males and 525 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 1,151 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 626 literate and 355 illiterate residents. Additionally, 325 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luntara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 981 | 456 | 525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 69 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 155 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 626 | 339 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 117 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Luntara
Luntara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Luntara
Public transport in the Luntara is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Nandprayag to Luntara is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Luntara is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luntara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luntara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Luntara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luntara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Luntara
Where is Luntara located?
Luntara village is located in Ghaat Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luntara?
Luntara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Luntara?
The pincode of Luntara is 246435.
What is the population of Luntara?
Luntara has a total population of 981, including 456 males and 525 females.
How many households are there in Luntara?
There are 195 households in Luntara.
What is the literacy rate in Luntara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luntara is 63.81%. Male literacy is 74.34% and female literacy is 54.67%.