Lohari - Parasia, Chhindwara
Lohari is a village situated in the Parasia tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parasia and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Loharibandri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohari is 494769. The village covers a total geographical area of 248.49 hectares and falls under the 480441 pincode. Dongar Parasia is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Lohari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lohari
As per Census 2011, Lohari village has a total population of 385 people, consisting of 189 males and 196 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 197 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 326 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 385 | 189 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 326 | 160 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 115 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 74 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Lohari
Lohari 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 Lohari
Lohari 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 Dongar Parasia to Lohari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Lohari is about 48 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 Lohari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lohari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohari 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 Lohari
Where is Lohari located?
Lohari village is located in Parasia Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohari?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohari is Loharibandri.
What is the pincode of Lohari?
The pincode of Lohari is 480441.
What is the population of Lohari?
Lohari has a total population of 385, including 189 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Lohari?
There are 75 households in Lohari.
What is the literacy rate in Lohari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohari is 51.17%. Male literacy is 60.85% and female literacy is 41.84%.