Lohatar - Pachora, Jalgaon
Lohatar is a village situated in the Pachora tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachora and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Lohatar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohatar is 527913. The village covers a total geographical area of 1728.69 hectares and falls under the 424201 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lohatar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohatar
As per Census 2011, Lohatar village has a total population of 4,026 people, consisting of 2,053 males and 1,973 females. The village has 929 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 507 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,741 literate and 1,285 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 749 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohatar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,026 | 2,053 | 1,973 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 270 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 91 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 749 | 377 | 372 |
| Literate Population | 2,741 | 1,590 | 1,151 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,285 | 463 | 822 |
Nearby Villages of Lohatar
Lohatar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anturli Bk.pr.pa. | East | 2.86 km |
| Nachankheda | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Hanumanwadi | South | 3.69 km |
| Vishnunagar | South | 5.09 km |
| Balad Kh. | West | 5.10 km |
| Balad Bk. | South-West | 5.57 km |
| Bhattagaon | North-East | 5.82 km |
| Pimpalgaon Bk. | North | 6.20 km |
| Galan Kh. | South | 6.36 km |
| Galan Bk. | South | 6.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohatar
Lohatar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Galan, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Pachora to Lohatar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Lohatar is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohatar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohatar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lohatar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohatar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lohatar
Where is Lohatar located?
Lohatar village is located in Pachora Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohatar?
Lohatar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lohatar?
The pincode of Lohatar is 424201.
What is the population of Lohatar?
Lohatar has a total population of 4,026, including 2,053 males and 1,973 females.
How many households are there in Lohatar?
There are 929 households in Lohatar.
What is the literacy rate in Lohatar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohatar is 68.08%. Male literacy is 77.45% and female literacy is 58.34%.