Lohargara - Ketar*, Garhwa
Lohargara is a village situated in the Ketar* subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ketar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Lohargada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohargara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohargara is 347211. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.8 hectares and falls under the 822112 pincode.
Lohargara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lohargara
As per Census 2011, Lohargara village has a total population of 2,019 people, consisting of 1,069 males and 950 females. The village has 359 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 314 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,092 literate and 927 illiterate residents. Additionally, 308 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohargara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,019 | 1,069 | 950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 158 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 155 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,092 | 732 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 927 | 337 | 590 |
Nearby Villages of Lohargara
Lohargara 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 Lohargara
Lohargara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Garhwa to Lohargara is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohargara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohargara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lohargara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohargara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lohargara
Where is Lohargara located?
Lohargara village is located in Ketar* Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohargara?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohargara is Lohargada.
What is the pincode of Lohargara?
The pincode of Lohargara is 822112.
What is the population of Lohargara?
Lohargara has a total population of 2,019, including 1,069 males and 950 females.
How many households are there in Lohargara?
There are 359 households in Lohargara.
What is the literacy rate in Lohargara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohargara is 54.09%. Male literacy is 68.48% and female literacy is 37.89%.