Lohara - Pachora, Jalgaon
Lohara is a village situated in the Pachora tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachora and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Lohara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohara is 527900. The village covers a total geographical area of 2047.92 hectares and falls under the 424201 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Lohara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohara
As per Census 2011, Lohara village has a total population of 9,663 people, consisting of 5,017 males and 4,646 females. The village has 2,094 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,285 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,400 literate and 3,263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 518 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 735 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,663 | 5,017 | 4,646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,285 | 678 | 607 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 265 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 735 | 359 | 376 |
| Literate Population | 6,400 | 3,708 | 2,692 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,263 | 1,309 | 1,954 |
Nearby Villages of Lohara
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasampura | East | 2.91 km |
| Mhasas | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Shahapure | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Rameshwar | South-West | 4.42 km |
| Rotwad | North | 4.93 km |
| Nandre Pr.lohare | North-East | 4.99 km |
| Kalamsara | South | 5.09 km |
| Ekulti Bk. | South-East | 5.69 km |
| Jogal Khede | East | 6.08 km |
| Nachan Khede | East | 6.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohara
Lohara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Maheji, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachora to Lohara is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Lohara is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in 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 Lohara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lohara
Where is Lohara located?
Lohara village is located in Pachora Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohara?
Lohara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lohara?
The pincode of Lohara is 424201.
What is the population of Lohara?
Lohara has a total population of 9,663, including 5,017 males and 4,646 females.
How many households are there in Lohara?
There are 2,094 households in Lohara.
What is the literacy rate in Lohara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohara is 66.23%. Male literacy is 73.91% and female literacy is 57.94%.