Loharpura - Gawan, Giridih
Loharpura is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Malda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loharpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loharpura is 350264. The village covers a total geographical area of 7.11 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Loharpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loharpura
According to the 2011 Census, Loharpura village had a total population of 320 people, including 158 males and 162 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.09%, with male literacy at 50.85% and female literacy at 28.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 240, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 320 | 158 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 40 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 116 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 60 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 98 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Loharpura
Loharpura 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 Loharpura
Loharpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Loharpura is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loharpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loharpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Loharpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loharpura 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Loharpura
Where is Loharpura located?
Loharpura village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loharpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Loharpura is Malda.
What is the pincode of Loharpura?
The pincode of Loharpura is 815313.
What is the population of Loharpura?
Loharpura had a total population of 320, including 158 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Loharpura?
Loharpura had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loharpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loharpura was 40.09%. Male literacy was 50.85% and female literacy was 28.95%.