Lohersanzi - Kokernag, Anantnag
Lohersanzi is a village situated in the Kokernag tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokernag and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Lohar-a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Lohersanzi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohersanzi is 003807. The village covers a total geographical area of 380 hectares and falls under the 192202 pincode. Kokernag is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lohersanzi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lohersanzi
According to the 2011 Census, Lohersanzi village had a total population of 3,225 people, including 1,735 males and 1,490 females, living in 547 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.31%, with male literacy at 71.83% and female literacy at 47.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 3,225 | 1,735 | 1,490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 602 | 354 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 69 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,582 | 992 | 590 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,643 | 743 | 900 |
Nearby Villages of Lohersanzi
Lohersanzi 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 Lohersanzi
Lohersanzi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kokernag to Lohersanzi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Lohersanzi is about 34 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 Lohersanzi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohersanzi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lohersanzi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohersanzi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lohersanzi
Where is Lohersanzi located?
Lohersanzi village is located in Kokernag Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Lohersanzi?
The Halqa Panchayat of Lohersanzi is Lohar-a.
What is the pincode of Lohersanzi?
The pincode of Lohersanzi is 192202.
What is the population of Lohersanzi?
Lohersanzi had a total population of 3,225, including 1,735 males and 1,490 females.
How many households are there in Lohersanzi?
Lohersanzi had 547 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lohersanzi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohersanzi was 60.31%. Male literacy was 71.83% and female literacy was 47.50%.