Lohar - Gwalpara, Madhepura
Lohar is a village situated in the Gwalpara subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gwalpara and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Gwalpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohar is 226063. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.99 hectares and falls under the 852115 pincode. Madhepura is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Lohar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lohar
As per Census 2011, Lohar village has a total population of 1,974 people, consisting of 1,014 males and 960 females. The village has 394 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 418 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 997 literate and 977 illiterate residents. Additionally, 200 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,974 | 1,014 | 960 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 211 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 92 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 997 | 592 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 977 | 422 | 555 |
Nearby Villages of Lohar
Lohar 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 Lohar
Lohar 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhepura to Lohar is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Lohar is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lohar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohar 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 Lohar
Where is Lohar located?
Lohar village is located in Gwalpara Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohar is Gwalpara.
What is the pincode of Lohar?
The pincode of Lohar is 852115.
What is the population of Lohar?
Lohar has a total population of 1,974, including 1,014 males and 960 females.
How many households are there in Lohar?
There are 394 households in Lohar.
What is the literacy rate in Lohar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohar is 50.51%. Male literacy is 58.38% and female literacy is 42.19%.