Loharda - Namhol, Bilaspur
Loharda is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Deoth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loharda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loharda is 019928. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.56 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Loharda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loharda
According to the 2011 Census, Loharda village had a total population of 325 people, including 181 males and 144 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 796 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.73%, with male literacy at 91.41% and female literacy at 68.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58.
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 | 325 | 181 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 18 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 149 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 32 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Loharda
Loharda 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 Loharda
Loharda 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 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 Bilaspur to Loharda is about 27 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 Loharda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loharda 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 Loharda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loharda 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 Loharda
Where is Loharda located?
Loharda village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Loharda?
The Gram Panchayat of Loharda is Deoth.
What is the pincode of Loharda?
The pincode of Loharda is 174001.
What is the population of Loharda?
Loharda had a total population of 325, including 181 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Loharda?
Loharda had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loharda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loharda was 80.73%. Male literacy was 91.41% and female literacy was 68.12%.