Loharghat - Loharghat, Solan
Loharghat is a village situated in the Loharghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Solan. Kiarkanaitan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loharghat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loharghat is 020570. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Loharghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loharghat
According to the 2011 Census, Loharghat village had a total population of 97 people, including 58 males and 39 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 672 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.15%, with male literacy at 92.00% and female literacy at 71.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67.
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 | 97 | 58 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 46 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 12 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Loharghat
Loharghat 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 Loharghat
Loharghat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Solan to Loharghat is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loharghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loharghat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Loharghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loharghat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Loharghat
Where is Loharghat located?
Loharghat village is located in Loharghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loharghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Loharghat is Kiarkanaitan.
What is the pincode of Loharghat?
The pincode of Loharghat is 174102.
What is the population of Loharghat?
Loharghat had a total population of 97, including 58 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Loharghat?
Loharghat had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loharghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loharghat was 84.15%. Male literacy was 92.00% and female literacy was 71.88%.