Lohara - Anjad, Barwani
Lohara is a village situated in the Anjad tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anjad and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Lohara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohara is 478275. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.28 hectares and falls under the 451556 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Lohara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohara
As per Census 2011, Lohara village has a total population of 1,112 people, consisting of 547 males and 565 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 437 literate and 675 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,112 | 547 | 565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 87 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 120 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 284 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 675 | 263 | 412 |
Nearby Villages of Lohara
Lohara 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 Lohara
Lohara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anjad to Lohara is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Lohara is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lohara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lohara
Where is Lohara located?
Lohara village is located in Anjad Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohara?
Lohara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lohara?
The pincode of Lohara is 451556.
What is the population of Lohara?
Lohara has a total population of 1,112, including 547 males and 565 females.
How many households are there in Lohara?
There are 236 households in Lohara.
What is the literacy rate in Lohara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohara is 39.30%. Male literacy is 51.92% and female literacy is 27.08%.