Lohare - Wai, Satara
Lohare is a village situated in the Wai tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wai and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Lohare village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohare is 563089. The village covers a total geographical area of 774 hectares and falls under the 412803 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Lohare village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohare
As per Census 2011, Lohare village has a total population of 1,316 people, consisting of 629 males and 687 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,032 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohare are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,316 | 629 | 687 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 66 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 64 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,032 | 534 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 95 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Lohare
Lohare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bopardi | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Mungasewadi | East | 2.18 km |
| Parkhandi | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Shelarwadi | South | 2.70 km |
| Pirachiwadi | West | 3.12 km |
| Baleghar | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Gundewadi | West | 4.16 km |
| Shendurjane | South-East | 4.54 km |
| Menavali | South-West | 4.77 km |
| Chandak | East | 5.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohare
Lohare is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Wathar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.6 km.
| 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 Wai to Lohare is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Lohare is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lohare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohare village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lohare
Where is Lohare located?
Lohare village is located in Wai Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohare?
Lohare is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lohare?
The pincode of Lohare is 412803.
What is the population of Lohare?
Lohare has a total population of 1,316, including 629 males and 687 females.
How many households are there in Lohare?
There are 313 households in Lohare.
What is the literacy rate in Lohare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohare is 78.42%. Male literacy is 84.90% and female literacy is 72.49%.