Lohkhan
Lohkhan is a village located in Badwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Badwara (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Salaiya Thuthiya is the gram panchayat of Lohkhan village.
Lohkhan has its own place in the vibrant Katni region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Lohkhan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lohkhan is 488408. The village spans a total geographical area of 191.42 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Lohkhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Lohkhan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lohkhan
Population of Lohkhan
Below is a concise population overview of Lohkhan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 394 | 193 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 385 | 188 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 141 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 52 | 104 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lohkhan village:
- The total population of Lohkhan village is around 394, including approximately 193 males and 201 females, with a sex ratio of 1041 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 73 children aged 0–6 years in Lohkhan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Lohkhan village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 385 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Lohkhan village is about 60.41%, with male literacy at 73.06% and female literacy at 48.26%.
- There are around 85 households in Lohkhan village.
Connectivity of Lohkhan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lohkhan. As per the 2011 stats, Lohkhan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Lohkhan
Knowing the nearby villages of Lohkhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lohkhan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lohkhan
- Where is Lohkhan located?
- Lohkhan village is situated in Badwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lohkhan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lohkhan is Salaiya Thuthiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Lohkhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lohkhan is 394, with 193 males and 201 females.
- How many households are there in Lohkhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lohkhan village has a total of 85 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lohkhan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lohkhan is 60.41%. The male literacy rate is 73.06%, while the female literacy rate is 48.26%.