Lowabar - Suriya, Giridih
Lowabar is a village situated in the Suriya subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 27 km from Sariya and around 90 km from Giridih. Kusmadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lowabar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lowabar is 352555. The village covers a total geographical area of 243 hectares and falls under the 825320 pincode.
Lowabar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lowabar
According to the 2011 Census, Lowabar village had a total population of 366 people, including 199 males and 167 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.02%, with male literacy at 61.11% and female literacy at 43.38%.
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 | 366 | 199 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 99 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 100 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Lowabar
Lowabar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baheratanr | West | 1.24 km |
| Belgai | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Parasia | North | 1.93 km |
| Adwara | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Modidih | North | 3.34 km |
| Chholabar | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Akhena | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Bagro | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Jamuari | South | 4.22 km |
| Mundro | West | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lowabar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Lowabar. The nearest railway station is Keshwari, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
Banking and Postal Services in Lowabar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lowabar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lowabar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lowabar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lowabar
Where is Lowabar located?
Lowabar village is located in Suriya Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lowabar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lowabar is Kusmadih.
What is the pincode of Lowabar?
The pincode of Lowabar is 825320.
What is the population of Lowabar?
Lowabar had a total population of 366, including 199 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Lowabar?
Lowabar had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lowabar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lowabar was 53.02%. Male literacy was 61.11% and female literacy was 43.38%.