Loholia - Sapekhati, Charaideo
Loholia is a village situated in the Sapekhati subdivision of Charaideo district, Assam. It is located approximately 30 km from Sonari and around 70 km from Sivasagar. Nahar Pukhuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loholia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loholia is 293144. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.18 hectares and falls under the 785692 pincode. Sonari is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Loholia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loholia
As per Census 2011, Loholia village has a total population of 1,740 people, consisting of 900 males and 840 females. The village has 359 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,160 literate and 580 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Loholia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,740 | 900 | 840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 125 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,160 | 636 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 580 | 264 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Loholia
Loholia 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 Loholia
Public transport in the Loholia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Loholia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonari to Loholia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Loholia is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loholia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loholia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Loholia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loholia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Loholia
Where is Loholia located?
Loholia village is located in Sapekhati Subdivision, Charaideo district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loholia?
The Gram Panchayat of Loholia is Nahar Pukhuri.
What is the pincode of Loholia?
The pincode of Loholia is 785692.
What is the population of Loholia?
Loholia has a total population of 1,740, including 900 males and 840 females.
How many households are there in Loholia?
There are 359 households in Loholia.
What is the literacy rate in Loholia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loholia is 66.67%. Male literacy is 70.67% and female literacy is 62.38%.