Lohara
Lohara is a village located in Gidderbaha tehsil of Muktsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Gidderbaha (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Muktsar. As per 2009 stats, Lohara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lohara unique in its vibrant Gidderbaha-Muktsar region. You’ll see Lohara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lohara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lohara is 035349. The village spans a total geographical area of 622 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152031. Muktsar is nearest town to Lohara village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Lohara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Giddarbaha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Faridkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lohara
Population of Lohara
According to the 2011 Census, Lohara has a total population of about 1,669, with approximately 888 males and 781 females. The sex ratio is around 879 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 197 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 766 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.42%, with male literacy at about 60.25% and female literacy near 49.94%. There are around 318 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lohara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,669 | 888 | 781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 114 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 766 | 410 | 356 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 925 | 535 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 744 | 353 | 391 |
Connectivity of Lohara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lohara. As per the 2011 stats, Lohara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lohara
Knowing the nearby villages of Lohara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lohara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lohara
- Where is Lohara located?
- Lohara village is situated in Gidderbaha Tehsil, within the Muktsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lohara?
- Lohara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Lohara?
- The pincode of Lohara is 152031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lohara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lohara is 1,669, with 888 males and 781 females.
- How many households are there in Lohara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lohara village has a total of 318 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lohara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lohara is 55.42%. The male literacy rate is 60.25%, while the female literacy rate is 49.94%.