Lohna - Jhanjharpur, Madhubani
Lohna is a village situated in the Jhanjharpur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhanjharpur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Lohana North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohna is 220675. The village covers a total geographical area of 732.9 hectares and falls under the 847424 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lohna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lohna
As per Census 2011, Lohna village has a total population of 7,060 people, consisting of 3,572 males and 3,488 females. The village has 1,671 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,417 literate and 3,643 illiterate residents. Additionally, 952 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,060 | 3,572 | 3,488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,117 | 592 | 525 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 952 | 483 | 469 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,417 | 2,098 | 1,319 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,643 | 1,474 | 2,169 |
Nearby Villages of Lohna
Lohna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rupauli | North | 1.64 km |
| Sarbsima | East | 1.94 km |
| Kharrak | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Arazi Bhawanipur | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Mohanpur | North | 2.83 km |
| Naruar | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Dubauli Khaira | East | 3.44 km |
| Sarso | West | 3.50 km |
| Raiam | North | 4.29 km |
| Sankorth | North-West | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohna
Lohna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lohna Road, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jhanjharpur to Lohna is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Lohna is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lohna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lohna
Where is Lohna located?
Lohna village is located in Jhanjharpur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohna?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohna is Lohana North.
What is the pincode of Lohna?
The pincode of Lohna is 847424.
What is the population of Lohna?
Lohna has a total population of 7,060, including 3,572 males and 3,488 females.
How many households are there in Lohna?
There are 1,671 households in Lohna.
What is the literacy rate in Lohna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohna is 48.40%. Male literacy is 58.73% and female literacy is 37.82%.