Lodh - Jawad, Neemuch
Lodh is a village situated in the Jawad tehsil of Neemuch district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jawad and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Neemuch. Melankheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lodh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lodh is 468335. The village covers a total geographical area of 293.94 hectares and falls under the 458330 pincode. Jawad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Lodh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lodh
As per Census 2011, Lodh village has a total population of 545 people, consisting of 269 males and 276 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 353 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 259 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lodh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 545 | 269 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 130 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 210 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 59 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Lodh
Lodh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Melankheda | West | 1.25 km |
| Kelukheda | East | 1.46 km |
| Bawaljuni | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Modi | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Dhalopa | South | 2.58 km |
| Barkheda Jat | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Paldakheda | West | 3.19 km |
| Kheda Modi | South | 3.28 km |
| Shopura | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Kirpurakalan | North-East | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lodh
Lodh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jawad Road, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.9 km.
| 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 Jawad to Lodh is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Neemuch to Lodh is about 28 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 Lodh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lodh 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 Lodh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lodh 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lodh
Where is Lodh located?
Lodh village is located in Jawad Tehsil, Neemuch district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lodh?
The Gram Panchayat of Lodh is Melankheda.
What is the pincode of Lodh?
The pincode of Lodh is 458330.
What is the population of Lodh?
Lodh has a total population of 545, including 269 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Lodh?
There are 144 households in Lodh.
What is the literacy rate in Lodh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lodh is 64.77%. Male literacy is 78.07% and female literacy is 51.81%.