Lohara 1 - Balapur, Akola
Lohara 1 is a village situated in the Balapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balapur and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Lohara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohara 1 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohara 1 is 529899. The village covers a total geographical area of 1835.8 hectares and falls under the 444311 pincode. Shegaon is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Lohara 1 village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lohara 1
As per Census 2011, Lohara 1 village has a total population of 5,553 people, consisting of 2,736 males and 2,817 females. The village has 1,155 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 757 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,054 literate and 1,499 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,042 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 291 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohara 1 are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,553 | 2,736 | 2,817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 757 | 384 | 373 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,042 | 555 | 487 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 156 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 4,054 | 2,114 | 1,940 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,499 | 622 | 877 |
Nearby Villages of Lohara 1
Lohara 1 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mehen (ujad) | West | 2.50 km |
| Dongargaon | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Kawatha | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Manegaon | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Bahadura | North | 4.15 km |
| Ghui | South | 4.29 km |
| Kalamba Khurd | South-East | 4.53 km |
| Nimbi | North | 5.04 km |
| Ural Kh. | East | 5.43 km |
| Kalambi Mahagaon | South-East | 5.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohara 1
Lohara 1 is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is S K Nagjihari, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shegaon to Lohara 1 is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Lohara 1 is about 34 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 Lohara 1
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohara 1 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lohara 1
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohara 1 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lohara 1
Where is Lohara 1 located?
Lohara 1 village is located in Balapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohara 1?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohara 1 is Lohara.
What is the pincode of Lohara 1?
The pincode of Lohara 1 is 444311.
What is the population of Lohara 1?
Lohara 1 has a total population of 5,553, including 2,736 males and 2,817 females.
How many households are there in Lohara 1?
There are 1,155 households in Lohara 1.
What is the literacy rate in Lohara 1?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohara 1 is 73.01%. Male literacy is 77.27% and female literacy is 68.87%.