Lauharia - Parihar, Sitamarhi
Lauharia is a village situated in the Parihar subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parihar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Lahuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lauharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lauharia is 219154. The village covers a total geographical area of 305.6 hectares and falls under the 843324 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Lauharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lauharia
According to the 2011 Census, Lauharia village had a total population of 7,366 people, including 3,827 males and 3,539 females, living in 1,368 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.89%, with male literacy at 56.18% and female literacy at 38.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 281.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,366 | 3,827 | 3,539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,492 | 753 | 739 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 152 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,813 | 1,727 | 1,086 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,553 | 2,100 | 2,453 |
Nearby Villages of Lauharia
Lauharia 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 Lauharia
Lauharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sitamarhi to Lauharia is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lauharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lauharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lauharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lauharia 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lauharia
Where is Lauharia located?
Lauharia village is located in Parihar Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lauharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Lauharia is Lahuria.
What is the pincode of Lauharia?
The pincode of Lauharia is 843324.
What is the population of Lauharia?
Lauharia had a total population of 7,366, including 3,827 males and 3,539 females.
How many households are there in Lauharia?
Lauharia had 1,368 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lauharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lauharia was 47.89%. Male literacy was 56.18% and female literacy was 38.79%.