Loharia - Barahat, Banka
Loharia is a village situated in the Barahat subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barahat and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Kharhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loharia is 241184. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 813103 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Loharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Loharia
According to the 2011 Census, Loharia village had a total population of 38 people, including 20 males and 18 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.86%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 33.33%.
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 | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 12 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Loharia
Loharia 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 Loharia
Loharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Loharia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Loharia is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Loharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loharia 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Loharia
Where is Loharia located?
Loharia village is located in Barahat Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Loharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Loharia is Kharhara.
What is the pincode of Loharia?
The pincode of Loharia is 813103.
What is the population of Loharia?
Loharia had a total population of 38, including 20 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Loharia?
Loharia had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loharia was 42.86%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 33.33%.