Lohar Gawan - Kesaria, Purbi Champaran
Lohar Gawan is a village situated in the Kesaria subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from Kesaria and around 38 km from Motihari. Sundarpur East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohar Gawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohar Gawan is 218212. The village covers a total geographical area of 354 hectares and falls under the 845424 pincode. Kesaria is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Lohar Gawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lohar Gawan
As per Census 2011, Lohar Gawan village has a total population of 3,899 people, consisting of 2,061 males and 1,838 females. The village has 698 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 722 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,886 literate and 2,013 illiterate residents. Additionally, 696 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohar Gawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,899 | 2,061 | 1,838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 722 | 358 | 364 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 696 | 385 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,886 | 1,183 | 703 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,013 | 878 | 1,135 |
Nearby Villages of Lohar Gawan
Lohar Gawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahammadpur | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Kushahar | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Gonchhi | South | 2.74 km |
| Kunrwa | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Gawandri | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Naya Ganw | West | 3.20 km |
| Khizirpura | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Siswa Kharar | North | 3.55 km |
| Patna | North | 3.75 km |
| Tajpur Deur | South | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohar Gawan
Lohar Gawan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Trivikramdeo Nagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kesaria to Lohar Gawan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Lohar Gawan is about 38 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 Lohar Gawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohar Gawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lohar Gawan
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 Gawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lohar Gawan
Where is Lohar Gawan located?
Lohar Gawan village is located in Kesaria Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohar Gawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohar Gawan is Sundarpur East.
What is the pincode of Lohar Gawan?
The pincode of Lohar Gawan is 845424.
What is the population of Lohar Gawan?
Lohar Gawan has a total population of 3,899, including 2,061 males and 1,838 females.
How many households are there in Lohar Gawan?
There are 698 households in Lohar Gawan.
What is the literacy rate in Lohar Gawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohar Gawan is 48.37%. Male literacy is 57.40% and female literacy is 38.25%.