Loha
Loha is a village located in Hadgaon tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Hadgaon (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Loha village is also a gram panchayat.
Loha has its own place in the vibrant Nanded 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 Loha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Loha is 544587. The village spans a total geographical area of 1691.23 hectares. Hadgoan is nearest town to Loha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Loha 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 Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Loha
Population of Loha
Below is a concise population overview of Loha 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 | 1,940 | 1,002 | 938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 115 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 212 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 789 | 384 | 405 |
| Literate Population | 1,339 | 763 | 576 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 239 | 362 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Loha village:
- The total population of Loha village is around 1,940, including approximately 1,002 males and 938 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 222 children aged 0–6 years in Loha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Loha village has 392 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 789 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Loha village is about 69.02%, with male literacy at 76.15% and female literacy at 61.41%.
- There are around 389 households in Loha village.
Connectivity of Loha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Loha. As per the 2011 stats, Loha 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Loha
Knowing the nearby villages of Loha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Loha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Loha
- Where is Loha located?
- Loha village is situated in Hadgaon Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Loha?
- Loha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Loha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Loha is 1,940, with 1,002 males and 938 females.
- How many households are there in Loha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Loha village has a total of 389 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Loha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Loha is 69.02%. The male literacy rate is 76.15%, while the female literacy rate is 61.41%.