Loha - Hadgaon, Nanded
Loha is a village situated in the Hadgaon tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hadgaon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Loha village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loha is 544587. The village covers a total geographical area of 1691.23 hectares and falls under the 431713 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Loha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loha
According to the 2011 Census, Loha village had a total population of 1,940 people, including 1,002 males and 938 females, living in 389 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.94%, with male literacy at 86.02% and female literacy at 69.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 392, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 789.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Loha
Loha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Loha
Public transport in the Loha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hadgoan to Loha is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Loha 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 Loha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Loha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Loha
Where is Loha located?
Loha village is located in Hadgaon Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Loha?
Loha is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Loha?
The pincode of Loha is 431713.
What is the population of Loha?
Loha had a total population of 1,940, including 1,002 males and 938 females.
How many households are there in Loha?
Loha had 389 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loha was 77.94%. Male literacy was 86.02% and female literacy was 69.31%.