Loharsing - Jharbandh, Bargarh
Loharsing is a village situated in the Jharbandh tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 54 km from Jharbandha and around 137 km from Bargarh. Bhainsadarha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loharsing village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loharsing is 379829. The village covers a total geographical area of 448 hectares and falls under the 768042 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Loharsing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loharsing
According to the 2011 Census, Loharsing village had a total population of 871 people, including 434 males and 437 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.06%, with male literacy at 79.74% and female literacy at 54.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.
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 | 871 | 434 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 81 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 303 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 131 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Loharsing
Loharsing 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beheraduburi | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Dewanpali | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Bhaisadarha (bhainsadarha) | East | 2.52 km |
| Chandramanipur | South | 3.60 km |
| Kurlupali | West | 3.74 km |
| Tileidadar | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Nalipani | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Ganeshpur | North-West | 3.93 km |
| Dabpali | West | 4.58 km |
| Ureidadar | North-West | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Loharsing
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Loharsing. The nearest railway station is Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Loharsing is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Loharsing is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loharsing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loharsing 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Loharsing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loharsing village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Loharsing
Where is Loharsing located?
Loharsing village is located in Jharbandh Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Loharsing?
The Gram Panchayat of Loharsing is Bhainsadarha.
What is the pincode of Loharsing?
The pincode of Loharsing is 768042.
What is the population of Loharsing?
Loharsing had a total population of 871, including 434 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Loharsing?
Loharsing had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loharsing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loharsing was 67.06%. Male literacy was 79.74% and female literacy was 54.73%.