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.
Here you can discover what makes Lohgad unique in its vibrant Barshitakli-Akola region. You’ll see Lohgad’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Lohgad has a total population of about 694, with approximately 349 males and 345 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 231 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 62. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.23%, with male literacy at about 83.67% and female literacy near 70.72%. There are around 173 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lohgad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
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 |
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) |
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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%.