Loahatu - Rahe, Ranchi
Loahatu is a village situated in the Rahe subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bundu and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Lowahatu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loahatu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loahatu is 373768. The village covers a total geographical area of 468 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode.
Loahatu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Silli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranchi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loahatu
According to the 2011 Census, Loahatu village had a total population of 1,872 people, including 946 males and 926 females, living in 444 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.00%, with male literacy at 85.92% and female literacy at 55.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 562.
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 | 1,872 | 946 | 926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 129 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 562 | 278 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 1,146 | 702 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 726 | 244 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Loahatu
Loahatu 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 Loahatu
Loahatu 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ranchi to Loahatu is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loahatu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loahatu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Loahatu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loahatu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Loahatu
Where is Loahatu located?
Loahatu village is located in Rahe Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loahatu?
The Gram Panchayat of Loahatu is Lowahatu.
What is the pincode of Loahatu?
The pincode of Loahatu is 834001.
What is the population of Loahatu?
Loahatu had a total population of 1,872, including 946 males and 926 females.
How many households are there in Loahatu?
Loahatu had 444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loahatu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loahatu was 71.00%. Male literacy was 85.92% and female literacy was 55.71%.