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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lohardaga
As per Census 2011, Lohardaga village has a total population of 667 people, consisting of 340 males and 327 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 286 literate and 381 illiterate residents. Additionally, 307 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohardaga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 667 | 340 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 66 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 156 | 151 |
| 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 has a total population of 667, including 340 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Lohardaga?
There are 124 households in Lohardaga.
What is the literacy rate in Lohardaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohardaga is 42.88%. Male literacy is 52.65% and female literacy is 32.72%.