Lohara - Sherghati, Gaya
Lohara is a village situated in the Sherghati subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sherghati and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Chanpi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohara is 256270. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 824211 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Lohara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lohara
According to the 2011 Census, Lohara village had a total population of 387 people, including 201 males and 186 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.07%, with male literacy at 53.70% and female literacy at 35.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 387 | 201 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 87 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 114 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Lohara
Lohara 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 Lohara
Lohara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sherghati to Lohara is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Lohara 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 Lohara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lohara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lohara
Where is Lohara located?
Lohara village is located in Sherghati Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohara?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohara is Chanpi.
What is the pincode of Lohara?
The pincode of Lohara is 824211.
What is the population of Lohara?
Lohara had a total population of 387, including 201 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Lohara?
Lohara had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lohara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohara was 45.07%. Male literacy was 53.70% and female literacy was 35.21%.