Lohattar - Durgkondal, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Lohattar is a village situated in the Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgkondal and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Lohattar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohattar is 447661. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.53 hectares and falls under the 494635 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Lohattar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohattar
As per Census 2011, Lohattar village has a total population of 827 people, consisting of 447 males and 380 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 590 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 608 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohattar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 827 | 447 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 58 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 43 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 608 | 313 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 590 | 360 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 87 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Lohattar
Lohattar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Silpat | East | 1.77 km |
| Sonadai | South | 1.94 km |
| Mohgaon | North | 2.19 km |
| Siwani | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Pidchod | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Haipurkasa | West | 3.74 km |
| Hilchur | East | 4.56 km |
| Umarpal Tiju | North | 5.43 km |
| Sitalpur | South | 5.55 km |
| Kodakhurri | East | 5.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohattar
Lohattar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bhanupratappur to Lohattar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Lohattar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohattar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohattar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lohattar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohattar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lohattar
Where is Lohattar located?
Lohattar village is located in Durgkondal Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohattar?
Lohattar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lohattar?
The pincode of Lohattar is 494635.
What is the population of Lohattar?
Lohattar has a total population of 827, including 447 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Lohattar?
There are 169 households in Lohattar.
What is the literacy rate in Lohattar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohattar is 71.34%. Male literacy is 80.54% and female literacy is 60.53%.