Lohchara - Mihona, Bhind
Lohchara is a village situated in the Mihona tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mihona and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Lohchara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohchara is 453533. The village covers a total geographical area of 477.88 hectares and falls under the 477441 pincode. Mihona is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Lohchara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhind Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohchara
According to the 2011 Census, Lohchara village had a total population of 1,113 people, including 619 males and 494 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 798 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.78%, with male literacy at 86.14% and female literacy at 69.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 289.
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 | 1,113 | 619 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 85 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 163 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 746 | 460 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 159 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Lohchara
Lohchara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maharajpura | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Thanupura | South | 2.58 km |
| Dimoleki Madaiya | West | 2.63 km |
| Naraul | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Rathauranpura | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Silauva Bujurg | East | 3.84 km |
| Hanumantpura | North | 4.02 km |
| Biswari | South-West | 4.37 km |
| Bonapura | West | 4.38 km |
| Ooncha | South-East | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohchara
Lohchara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Konch, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Mihona to Lohchara is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Lohchara is about 68 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 Lohchara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohchara 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 Lohchara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohchara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lohchara
Where is Lohchara located?
Lohchara village is located in Mihona Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lohchara?
Lohchara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lohchara?
The pincode of Lohchara is 477441.
What is the population of Lohchara?
Lohchara had a total population of 1,113, including 619 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Lohchara?
Lohchara had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lohchara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohchara was 78.78%. Male literacy was 86.14% and female literacy was 69.25%.