Luthiyag - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Luthiyag is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Luthiyag village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luthiyag is 042628. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.09 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Luthiyag 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luthiyag
According to the 2011 Census, Luthiyag village had a total population of 1,022 people, including 510 males and 512 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.61%, with male literacy at 92.48% and female literacy at 65.20%.
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 | 1,022 | 510 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 71 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 702 | 406 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 104 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Luthiyag
Luthiyag 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 Luthiyag
Public transport in the Luthiyag is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Luthiyag is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luthiyag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luthiyag 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 Luthiyag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luthiyag 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 Luthiyag
Where is Luthiyag located?
Luthiyag village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Luthiyag?
Luthiyag is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Luthiyag?
The pincode of Luthiyag is 246475.
What is the population of Luthiyag?
Luthiyag had a total population of 1,022, including 510 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Luthiyag?
Luthiyag had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luthiyag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luthiyag was 78.61%. Male literacy was 92.48% and female literacy was 65.20%.