Lora - Dandai, Garhwa
Lora is a village situated in the Dandai subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dandai and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Tasrar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lora is 347589. The village covers a total geographical area of 141 hectares and falls under the 822133 pincode. Garhwa is the nearest town.
Lora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lora
According to the 2011 Census, Lora village had a total population of 278 people, including 146 males and 132 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.75%, with male literacy at 25.81% and female literacy at 13.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 273.
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 | 278 | 146 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 273 | 145 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 32 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 114 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Lora
Lora is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sikariya | North | 0.54 km |
| Tori Kalan | North | 1.06 km |
| Chakri | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Soti | West | 1.63 km |
| Nawadih | North | 1.79 km |
| Kaprath | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Tandil | East | 1.96 km |
| Tasrar | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Pokharia | North | 2.94 km |
| Tahle | South | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lora
Lora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Meralgram, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 142.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Garhwa to Lora is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lora 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lora
Where is Lora located?
Lora village is located in Dandai Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lora?
The Gram Panchayat of Lora is Tasrar.
What is the pincode of Lora?
The pincode of Lora is 822133.
What is the population of Lora?
Lora had a total population of 278, including 146 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Lora?
Lora had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lora was 19.75%. Male literacy was 25.81% and female literacy was 13.16%.