Lorha
Lorha is a village located in Chandia tehsil of Umaria district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Chandia (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Umaria. As per 2009 stats, Laodha is the gram panchayat of Lorha village.
Here you can discover what makes Lorha unique in its vibrant Chandia-Umaria region. You’ll see Lorha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lorha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lorha is 467755. The village spans a total geographical area of 1469.49 hectares. Umaria is nearest town to Lorha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Lorha
Population of Lorha
According to the 2011 Census, Lorha has a total population of about 4,462, with approximately 2,309 males and 2,153 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 778 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 372 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,428. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.18%, with male literacy at about 53.49% and female literacy near 36.27%. There are around 932 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lorha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,462 | 2,309 | 2,153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 778 | 407 | 371 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 372 | 192 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,428 | 720 | 708 |
| Literate Population | 2,016 | 1,235 | 781 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,446 | 1,074 | 1,372 |
Connectivity of Lorha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lorha. As per the 2011 stats, Lorha 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Lorha
Knowing the nearby villages of Lorha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lorha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lorha
- Where is Lorha located?
- Lorha village is situated in Chandia Tehsil, within the Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lorha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lorha is Laodha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Lorha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lorha is 4,462, with 2,309 males and 2,153 females.
- How many households are there in Lorha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lorha village has a total of 932 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lorha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lorha is 45.18%. The male literacy rate is 53.49%, while the female literacy rate is 36.27%.