Lohara - Babain St, Kurukshetra
Lohara is a village situated in the Babain St tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 24 km from Thanesar and around 24 km from Kurukshetra. Girdhar Pura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohara is 058683. The village covers a total geographical area of 268 hectares and falls under the 136132 pincode. Ladwa is the nearest town.
Lohara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ladwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohara
As per Census 2011, Lohara village has a total population of 3,289 people, consisting of 1,707 males and 1,582 females. The village has 629 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 446 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,973 literate and 1,316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 291 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,289 | 1,707 | 1,582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 233 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 146 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 1,973 | 1,167 | 806 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,316 | 540 | 776 |
Nearby Villages of Lohara
Lohara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dab Khera | South | 1.70 km |
| Bir Kheri | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Jalaludin Majra | North | 2.24 km |
| Niwarsi | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Halalpur | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Sonti | South | 3.19 km |
| Khairi | West | 3.22 km |
| Tatka | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Rurki | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Bir Sonti | South | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lohara. The nearest railway station is Dhoda Khedi, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kurukshetra to Lohara is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohara 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lohara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lohara
Where is Lohara located?
Lohara village is located in Babain St Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohara?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohara is Girdhar Pura.
What is the pincode of Lohara?
The pincode of Lohara is 136132.
What is the population of Lohara?
Lohara has a total population of 3,289, including 1,707 males and 1,582 females.
How many households are there in Lohara?
There are 629 households in Lohara.
What is the literacy rate in Lohara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohara is 59.99%. Male literacy is 68.37% and female literacy is 50.95%.