Lohgarh
Lohgarh is a village located in Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 32km away from district headquarter Paonta Sahib. Paonta Sahib is the sub-district headquarter of Lohgarh village. As per 2009 stats, Hari Pur Khol is the gram panchayat of Lohgarh village.
Lohgarh has its own place in the vibrant Sirmaur 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 Lohgarh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lohgarh is 023284. The village spans a total geographical area of 105 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173001. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to Lohgarh village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Lohgarh 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 Nahan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Lohgarh
Below is a concise population overview of Lohgarh 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 | 465 | 253 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 401 | 224 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 129 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 124 | 158 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lohgarh village:
- The total population of Lohgarh village is around 465, including approximately 253 males and 212 females, with a sex ratio of 837 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 83 children aged 0–6 years in Lohgarh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Lohgarh village has 42 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 401 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Lohgarh village is about 39.35%, with male literacy at 50.99% and female literacy at 25.47%.
- There are around 71 households in Lohgarh village.
Connectivity of Lohgarh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lohgarh. As per the 2011 stats, Lohgarh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lohgarh
Knowing the nearby villages of Lohgarh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lohgarh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lohgarh
- Where is Lohgarh located?
- Lohgarh village is situated in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lohgarh?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lohgarh is Hari Pur Khol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Lohgarh?
- The pincode of Lohgarh is 173001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lohgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lohgarh is 465, with 253 males and 212 females.
- How many households are there in Lohgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lohgarh village has a total of 71 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lohgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lohgarh is 39.35%. The male literacy rate is 50.99%, while the female literacy rate is 25.47%.