Lohgad
Lohgad is a village located in Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Barshitakli (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Lohgad village is also a gram panchayat.
Lohgad has its own place in the vibrant Akola 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 Lohgad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lohgad is 530453. The village spans a total geographical area of 174.83 hectares. Akola is nearest town to Lohgad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
When it comes to local governance, Lohgad 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 Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lohgad
Population of Lohgad
Below is a concise population overview of Lohgad 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 | 694 | 349 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 118 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 292 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 57 | 101 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lohgad village:
- The total population of Lohgad village is around 694, including approximately 349 males and 345 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 76 children aged 0–6 years in Lohgad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Lohgad village has 231 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 62 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Lohgad village is about 77.23%, with male literacy at 83.67% and female literacy at 70.72%.
- There are around 173 households in Lohgad village.
Connectivity of Lohgad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lohgad. As per the 2011 stats, Lohgad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Lohgad
Knowing the nearby villages of Lohgad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lohgad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lohgad
- Where is Lohgad located?
- Lohgad village is situated in Barshitakli Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lohgad?
- Lohgad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Lohgad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lohgad is 694, with 349 males and 345 females.
- How many households are there in Lohgad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lohgad village has a total of 173 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lohgad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lohgad is 77.23%. The male literacy rate is 83.67%, while the female literacy rate is 70.72%.