Lohamara - Katangi, Balaghat
Lohamara is a village situated in the Katangi tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katangi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Lohmara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohamara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohamara is 497266. The village covers a total geographical area of 182 hectares and falls under the 481445 pincode. Katangi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Lohamara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohamara
As per Census 2011, Lohamara village has a total population of 2,050 people, consisting of 972 males and 1,078 females. The village has 447 households and a sex ratio of 1,109 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,153 literate and 897 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohamara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,050 | 972 | 1,078 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 131 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,153 | 613 | 540 |
| Illiterate Population | 897 | 359 | 538 |
Nearby Villages of Lohamara
Lohamara 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 Lohamara
Lohamara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Lohamara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katangi to Lohamara is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Lohamara is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohamara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohamara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lohamara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohamara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lohamara
Where is Lohamara located?
Lohamara village is located in Katangi Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohamara?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohamara is Lohmara.
What is the pincode of Lohamara?
The pincode of Lohamara is 481445.
What is the population of Lohamara?
Lohamara has a total population of 2,050, including 972 males and 1,078 females.
How many households are there in Lohamara?
There are 447 households in Lohamara.
What is the literacy rate in Lohamara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohamara is 56.24%. Male literacy is 63.07% and female literacy is 50.09%.