Garhia Lohir - Nauhatta, Saharsa
Garhia Lohir is a village situated in the Nauhatta subdivision of Saharsa district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nauhatta and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Saharsa. Naula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhia Lohir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhia Lohir is 226271. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 852123 pincode. Supaul is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Garhia Lohir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garhia Lohir
As per Census 2011, Garhia Lohir village has a total population of 1,419 people, consisting of 754 males and 665 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 488 literate and 931 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhia Lohir are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,419 | 754 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 170 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 354 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 931 | 400 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Garhia Lohir
Garhia Lohir 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhakua | East | 0.96 km |
| Bhelahi | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Rasulpur | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Garhia | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Birjain | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Shahpur | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Ekarh | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Narga | South | 2.50 km |
| Barhampur | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Gobindpur | North | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhia Lohir
Garhia Lohir is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panchgachia, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.7 km.
| 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 Supaul to Garhia Lohir is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Saharsa to Garhia Lohir is about 30 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 Garhia Lohir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhia Lohir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garhia Lohir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhia Lohir village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garhia Lohir
Where is Garhia Lohir located?
Garhia Lohir village is located in Nauhatta Subdivision, Saharsa district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhia Lohir?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhia Lohir is Naula.
What is the pincode of Garhia Lohir?
The pincode of Garhia Lohir is 852123.
What is the population of Garhia Lohir?
Garhia Lohir has a total population of 1,419, including 754 males and 665 females.
How many households are there in Garhia Lohir?
There are 274 households in Garhia Lohir.
What is the literacy rate in Garhia Lohir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhia Lohir is 34.39%. Male literacy is 46.95% and female literacy is 20.15%.