Lodipur - Kusheshwar Asthan, Darbhanga
Lodipur is a village situated in the Kusheshwar Asthan subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusheshwar Asthan and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Masankhon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lodipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lodipur is 227855. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 848213 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Lodipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lodipur
According to the 2011 Census, Lodipur village had a total population of 829 people, including 431 males and 398 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.70%, with male literacy at 59.52% and female literacy at 36.04%.
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 | 829 | 431 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 100 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 197 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 234 | 296 |
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
Public transport in the Lodipur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lodipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Lodipur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Lodipur is about 55 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lodipur
Where is Lodipur located?
Lodipur village is located in Kusheshwar Asthan Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lodipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lodipur is Masankhon.
What is the pincode of Lodipur?
The pincode of Lodipur is 848213.
What is the population of Lodipur?
Lodipur had a total population of 829, including 431 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Lodipur?
Lodipur had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lodipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lodipur was 48.70%. Male literacy was 59.52% and female literacy was 36.04%.