Chak Lohara - Chimur, Chandrapur
Chak Lohara is a village situated in the Chimur tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chimur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Chakjatepar serves as the Village Panchayat for Chak Lohara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Lohara is 540472. The village covers a total geographical area of 642.36 hectares and falls under the 442903 pincode. Warora is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Chak Lohara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Lohara
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Lohara village had a total population of 172 people, including 89 males and 83 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.16%, with male literacy at 68.75% and female literacy at 61.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 172 | 89 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 55 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 34 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Lohara
Chak Lohara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lohara Kh Rith | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Susundri Rith (sathgaon) | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Jatepar Rith | West | 2.86 km |
| Kawadsi Desh | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Chak Jatepur | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Hirapur | West | 3.31 km |
| Dahegaon | North-East | 4.40 km |
| Shankarpur | North-West | 4.71 km |
| Pachgaon | North | 4.90 km |
| Thana Rith | North-West | 5.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Lohara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chak Lohara. The nearest railway station is Tempa, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warora to Chak Lohara is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Chak Lohara is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Lohara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Lohara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Lohara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Lohara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Lohara
Where is Chak Lohara located?
Chak Lohara village is located in Chimur Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chak Lohara?
The Village Panchayat of Chak Lohara is Chakjatepar.
What is the pincode of Chak Lohara?
The pincode of Chak Lohara is 442903.
What is the population of Chak Lohara?
Chak Lohara had a total population of 172, including 89 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Chak Lohara?
Chak Lohara had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Lohara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Lohara was 65.16%. Male literacy was 68.75% and female literacy was 61.33%.