Lohajhiri - Harrai, Chhindwara
Lohajhiri is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Marhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohajhiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohajhiri is 494035. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.97 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Lohajhiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lohajhiri
According to the 2011 Census, Lohajhiri village had a total population of 135 people, including 76 males and 59 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 776 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 3.54%, with male literacy at 6.45% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 135.
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 | 135 | 76 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 76 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 72 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Lohajhiri
Lohajhiri 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 Lohajhiri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lohajhiri.
| 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 Harrai to Lohajhiri is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Lohajhiri is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohajhiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohajhiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lohajhiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohajhiri 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lohajhiri
Where is Lohajhiri located?
Lohajhiri village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohajhiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohajhiri is Marhi.
What is the pincode of Lohajhiri?
The pincode of Lohajhiri is 480224.
What is the population of Lohajhiri?
Lohajhiri had a total population of 135, including 76 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Lohajhiri?
Lohajhiri had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lohajhiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohajhiri was 3.54%. Male literacy was 6.45% and female literacy was 0.00%.