Lodh - Tarana, Ujjain
Lodh is a village situated in the Tarana tehsil of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarana and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Ujjain. Lodh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lodh is 471671. The village covers a total geographical area of 717.57 hectares and falls under the 456668 pincode. Tarana is the nearest town, located about 13 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 1,426 people, consisting of 732 males and 694 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,022 literate and 404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 732 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lodh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,426 | 732 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 133 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 732 | 380 | 352 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,022 | 549 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 183 | 221 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khamli | West | 2.12 km |
| Devli | East | 2.35 km |
| Dhuwakhedi | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Khankrisultan | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Itawa | South | 2.94 km |
| Tilawadi | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Lasurdiya Hameer | West | 3.94 km |
| Bisankheda | South-West | 4.16 km |
| Gangalyakhedi | South | 4.36 km |
| Pankhedi | North-West | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lodh
Lodh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Tarana Road, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.6 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 Tarana to Lodh is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ujjain to Lodh is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 >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 Tarana Tehsil, Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lodh?
Lodh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lodh?
The pincode of Lodh is 456668.
What is the population of Lodh?
Lodh has a total population of 1,426, including 732 males and 694 females.
How many households are there in Lodh?
There are 305 households in Lodh.
What is the literacy rate in Lodh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lodh is 71.67%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 68.16%.