Lohardaga - Bishrampur, Palamu
Lohardaga is a village situated in the Bishrampur subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. Sigsigi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohardaga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohardaga is 365747. The village covers a total geographical area of 193 hectares and falls under the 822124 pincode.
Lohardaga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Lohardaga
According to the 2011 Census, Lohardaga village had a total population of 667 people, including 340 males and 327 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.29%, with male literacy at 65.33% and female literacy at 39.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 307.
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 | 667 | 340 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 66 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 156 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 179 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 161 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Lohardaga
Lohardaga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Oria | South-West | 1.03 km |
| Ragda | West | 1.39 km |
| Sulumdag | North | 2.10 km |
| Sigsigi | West | 2.54 km |
| Holanga | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Patsi | South-West | 3.74 km |
| Bhitihara | West | 3.87 km |
| Birja | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Darmi | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Achanga Alias Harka | North-East | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohardaga
Public transport in the Lohardaga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sigsigi, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 135.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Lohardaga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohardaga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lohardaga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohardaga 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lohardaga
Where is Lohardaga located?
Lohardaga village is located in Bishrampur Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lohardaga?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohardaga is Sigsigi.
What is the pincode of Lohardaga?
The pincode of Lohardaga is 822124.
What is the population of Lohardaga?
Lohardaga had a total population of 667, including 340 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Lohardaga?
Lohardaga had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lohardaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohardaga was 52.29%. Male literacy was 65.33% and female literacy was 39.19%.