Lohain - Piro, Bhojpur
Lohain is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Ayar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohain is 247293. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 802155 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Lohain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdishpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohain
As per Census 2011, Lohain village has a total population of 2,000 people, consisting of 988 males and 1,012 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 425 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,138 literate and 862 illiterate residents. Additionally, 401 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,000 | 988 | 1,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 206 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 401 | 199 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 1,138 | 705 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 862 | 283 | 579 |
Nearby Villages of Lohain
Lohain 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 Lohain
Lohain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Piro to Lohain is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Lohain is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lohain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lohain
Where is Lohain located?
Lohain village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohain?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohain is Ayar.
What is the pincode of Lohain?
The pincode of Lohain is 802155.
What is the population of Lohain?
Lohain has a total population of 2,000, including 988 males and 1,012 females.
How many households are there in Lohain?
There are 294 households in Lohain.
What is the literacy rate in Lohain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohain is 56.90%. Male literacy is 71.36% and female literacy is 42.79%.