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
As per Census 2011, Lohara village has a total population of 387 people, consisting of 201 males and 186 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 137 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 201 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| 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 has a total population of 387, including 201 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Lohara?
There are 56 households in Lohara.
What is the literacy rate in Lohara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohara is 35.40%. Male literacy is 43.28% and female literacy is 26.88%.