Lohadar - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Lohadar is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lathikata and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Suidihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohadar is 384621. The village covers a total geographical area of 318 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lohadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghunathpali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohadar
As per Census 2011, Lohadar village has a total population of 654 people, consisting of 356 males and 298 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 837 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 487 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 390 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 654 | 356 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 390 | 210 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 487 | 291 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 65 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Lohadar
Lohadar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karlakhaman | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Kanarsuan | East | 1.81 km |
| Sunaparbat | North | 1.93 km |
| Suidihi | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Kulamunda | South | 2.60 km |
| Asurchhapal | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Ataghat | West | 3.60 km |
| Sannuatoli | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Sansunaparbat | North | 4.16 km |
| Balani | South-West | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohadar
Lohadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lathikata, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Lohadar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Lohadar is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lohadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lohadar
Where is Lohadar located?
Lohadar village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohadar is Suidihi.
What is the pincode of Lohadar?
The pincode of Lohadar is 770037.
What is the population of Lohadar?
Lohadar has a total population of 654, including 356 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Lohadar?
There are 152 households in Lohadar.
What is the literacy rate in Lohadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohadar is 74.46%. Male literacy is 81.74% and female literacy is 65.77%.