Lohi - Darwha, Yavatmal
Lohi is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Lohi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohi is 542509. The village covers a total geographical area of 1707 hectares and falls under the 445210 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Lohi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohi
As per Census 2011, Lohi village has a total population of 4,737 people, consisting of 2,420 males and 2,317 females. The village has 1,193 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 515 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,643 literate and 1,094 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,166 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,737 | 2,420 | 2,317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 515 | 252 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,166 | 593 | 573 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 3,643 | 1,956 | 1,687 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,094 | 464 | 630 |
Nearby Villages of Lohi
Lohi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sangalwadi | South | 3.80 km |
| Karkheda | North | 4.14 km |
| Bhalki | North | 4.19 km |
| Satefal | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Barbadi | South-East | 4.36 km |
| Tarnoli | South-East | 5.27 km |
| Mankopra | South | 5.93 km |
| Dughora | North-West | 5.95 km |
| Adgaon | North | 6.70 km |
| Umartha | North-East | 6.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohi
Lohi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darwha to Lohi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Lohi is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lohi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lohi
Where is Lohi located?
Lohi village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohi?
Lohi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lohi?
The pincode of Lohi is 445210.
What is the population of Lohi?
Lohi has a total population of 4,737, including 2,420 males and 2,317 females.
How many households are there in Lohi?
There are 1,193 households in Lohi.
What is the literacy rate in Lohi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohi is 76.91%. Male literacy is 80.83% and female literacy is 72.81%.