Lodipur - Sahar, Bhojpur
Lodipur is a village situated in the Sahar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahar and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Kharaon Chaturbhuj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lodipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lodipur is 247779. The village covers a total geographical area of 230 hectares and falls under the 802208 pincode. Arwal is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Lodipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Lodipur
According to the 2011 Census, Lodipur village had a total population of 784 people, including 389 males and 395 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.56%, with male literacy at 83.24% and female literacy at 47.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 250.
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 | 784 | 389 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 49 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 124 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 283 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 106 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Lodipur
Lodipur 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 Lodipur
Lodipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Arwal to Lodipur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Lodipur is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lodipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lodipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lodipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lodipur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lodipur
Where is Lodipur located?
Lodipur village is located in Sahar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lodipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lodipur is Kharaon Chaturbhuj.
What is the pincode of Lodipur?
The pincode of Lodipur is 802208.
What is the population of Lodipur?
Lodipur had a total population of 784, including 389 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Lodipur?
Lodipur had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lodipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lodipur was 65.56%. Male literacy was 83.24% and female literacy was 47.08%.