Loharkar
Loharkar is a village located in Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from Dharmsala, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Loharkar village. As per 2009 stats, Sudhed is the gram panchayat of Loharkar village.
Loharkar has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Loharkar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Loharkar is 009506. The village spans a total geographical area of 15.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176215. Dharmsala is nearest town to Loharkar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Loharkar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Loharkar
Population of Loharkar
Below is a concise population overview of Loharkar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 256 | 128 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 106 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 22 | 27 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Loharkar village:
- The total population of Loharkar village is around 256, including approximately 128 males and 128 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 28 children aged 0–6 years in Loharkar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Loharkar village has 73 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 41 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Loharkar village is about 80.86%, with male literacy at 82.81% and female literacy at 78.91%.
- There are around 57 households in Loharkar village.
Connectivity of Loharkar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Loharkar. As per the 2011 stats, Loharkar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Loharkar
Knowing the nearby villages of Loharkar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Loharkar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Loharkar
- Where is Loharkar located?
- Loharkar village is situated in Dharmsala Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Loharkar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Loharkar is Sudhed (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Loharkar?
- The pincode of Loharkar is 176215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Loharkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Loharkar is 256, with 128 males and 128 females.
- How many households are there in Loharkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Loharkar village has a total of 57 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Loharkar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Loharkar is 80.86%. The male literacy rate is 82.81%, while the female literacy rate is 78.91%.