Lochar
About Lochar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Lochar village is 368734. Lochar village is located in Keredari subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Keredari (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Bengwari is the gram panchayat of Lochar village.
The total geographical area of village is 97.78 hectares. Lochar has a total population of 323 peoples, out of which male population is 175 while female population is 148. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 845 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of lochar village is 66.56% out of which 73.71% males and 58.11% females are literate. There are about 61 houses in lochar village. Pincode of lochar village locality is 825321.
When it comes to administration, Lochar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Lochar village comes under Barkagaon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency. Keredari is nearest town to lochar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Lochar
The population details of Lochar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 323 | 175 | 148 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 215 | 129 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 46 | 62 |
Connectivity of Lochar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lochar
Where is Lochar located?
Lochar village is situated in Keredari Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lochar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lochar is Bengwari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lochar?
The pincode of Lochar is 825321, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lochar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lochar is 323, with 175 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Lochar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lochar village has a total of 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lochar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lochar is 66.56%. The male literacy rate is 73.71%, while the female literacy rate is 58.11%.