Lihar

Lihar is a village located in Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Barsoi (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Katihar.

Lihar has its own place in the vibrant Katihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Lihar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lihar is 225016. The village spans a total geographical area of 51 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Lihar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 63km away.

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Population of Lihar

Below is a concise population overview of Lihar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 360 174 186
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 87 38 49
Scheduled Castes (SC) 5 2 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 206 106 100
Illiterate Population 154 68 86

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lihar village:

  • The total population of Lihar village is around 360, including approximately 174 males and 186 females, with a sex ratio of 1068 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 87 children aged 0–6 years in Lihar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lihar village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Lihar village is about 57.22%, with male literacy at 60.92% and female literacy at 53.76%.
  • There are around 73 households in Lihar village.

Connectivity of Lihar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lihar. As per the 2011 stats, Lihar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Lihar

Knowing the nearby villages of Lihar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lihar.

Khijirpur Manaikhor Sonapur Malaur Sadian Kota Kolha Badaur Kolha Madhaipur Gachh Basantpur Milik

Frequently Asked Questions about Lihar

Where is Lihar located?
Lihar village is situated in Barsoi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the population of Lihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lihar is 360, with 174 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Lihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lihar village has a total of 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lihar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lihar is 57.22%. The male literacy rate is 60.92%, while the female literacy rate is 53.76%.