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.

Here you can discover what makes Lohara unique in its vibrant Salekasa-Gondiya region. You’ll see Lohara’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 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.

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Population of Lohara

According to the 2011 Census, Lohara has a total population of about 1,869, with approximately 973 males and 896 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 183 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 42 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 739. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.52%, with male literacy at about 78.21% and female literacy near 68.42%. There are around 426 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lohara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.