Lohara
Lohara is a village located in Salekasa tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Salekasa (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Lohara village is also a gram panchayat.
Lohara has its own place in the vibrant Gondiya 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 Lohara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lohara is 538056. The village spans a total geographical area of 665.19 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Lohara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Lohara 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 Amgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lohara
Population of Lohara
Below is a concise population overview of Lohara 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 | 1,869 | 973 | 896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 96 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 739 | 368 | 371 |
| Literate Population | 1,374 | 761 | 613 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 212 | 283 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lohara village:
- The total population of Lohara village is around 1,869, including approximately 973 males and 896 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 183 children aged 0–6 years in Lohara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Lohara village has 42 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 739 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Lohara village is about 73.52%, with male literacy at 78.21% and female literacy at 68.42%.
- There are around 426 households in Lohara village.
Connectivity of Lohara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lohara. As per the 2011 stats, Lohara 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lohara
Knowing the nearby villages of Lohara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lohara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lohara
- Where is Lohara located?
- Lohara village is situated in Salekasa Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lohara?
- Lohara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Lohara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lohara is 1,869, with 973 males and 896 females.
- How many households are there in Lohara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lohara village has a total of 426 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lohara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lohara is 73.52%. The male literacy rate is 78.21%, while the female literacy rate is 68.42%.