Lohagaon - Jat, Sangli
Lohagaon is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 112 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Lohagaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohagaon is 568843. The village covers a total geographical area of 1595 hectares and falls under the 416404 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 108 km away.
Lohagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohagaon
As per Census 2011, Lohagaon village has a total population of 1,912 people, consisting of 967 males and 945 females. The village has 435 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,115 literate and 797 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,912 | 967 | 945 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 114 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 157 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,115 | 636 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 797 | 331 | 466 |
Nearby Villages of Lohagaon
Lohagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Avandi | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Bhopasewadi | North-East | 4.35 km |
| Aglavewadi | North | 5.08 km |
| Pare | South-East | 5.13 km |
| Sonand | North-West | 6.07 km |
| Diksal | South-East | 6.15 km |
| Singanhalli | West | 6.81 km |
| Tarangewadi | North-East | 7.00 km |
| Mokashawadi | South-West | 7.06 km |
| Galavewadi | West | 7.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohagaon
Lohagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Javale, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Lohagaon is about 108 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Lohagaon is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lohagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohagaon 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lohagaon
Where is Lohagaon located?
Lohagaon village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohagaon?
Lohagaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lohagaon?
The pincode of Lohagaon is 416404.
What is the population of Lohagaon?
Lohagaon has a total population of 1,912, including 967 males and 945 females.
How many households are there in Lohagaon?
There are 435 households in Lohagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Lohagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohagaon is 58.32%. Male literacy is 65.77% and female literacy is 50.69%.