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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lodipur
As per Census 2011, Lodipur village has a total population of 784 people, consisting of 389 males and 395 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 436 literate and 348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lodipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 784 | 389 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 49 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 124 | 126 |
| 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 has a total population of 784, including 389 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Lodipur?
There are 134 households in Lodipur.
What is the literacy rate in Lodipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lodipur is 55.61%. Male literacy is 72.75% and female literacy is 38.73%.