Lohadia - Jarhagaon, Mungeli
Lohadia is a village situated in the Jarhagaon tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from Mungeli and around 41 km from Bilaspur. Lohadiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohadia is 438299. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.91 hectares and falls under the 495330 pincode. Mungeli is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Lohadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohadia
According to the 2011 Census, Lohadia village had a total population of 1,020 people, including 510 males and 510 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.81%, with male literacy at 83.74% and female literacy at 62.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103.
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 | 1,020 | 510 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 98 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 345 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 165 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Lohadia
Lohadia 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 Lohadia
Lohadia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Mungeli to Lohadia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Lohadia is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohadia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lohadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohadia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lohadia
Where is Lohadia located?
Lohadia village is located in Jarhagaon Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lohadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohadia is Lohadiya.
What is the pincode of Lohadia?
The pincode of Lohadia is 495330.
What is the population of Lohadia?
Lohadia had a total population of 1,020, including 510 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Lohadia?
Lohadia had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lohadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohadia was 72.81%. Male literacy was 83.74% and female literacy was 62.17%.