Lohgarh - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Lohgarh is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Fatehgarh Urf Sudha Majara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohgarh is 032360. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Lohgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lohgarh
As per Census 2011, Lohgarh village has a total population of 152 people, consisting of 74 males and 78 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 38 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 23 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Lohgarh
Lohgarh is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Lohgarh
Lohgarh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Lohgarh is about 30 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 Lohgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lohgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohgarh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lohgarh
Where is Lohgarh located?
Lohgarh village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohgarh is Fatehgarh Urf Sudha Majara.
What is the pincode of Lohgarh?
The pincode of Lohgarh is 144521.
What is the population of Lohgarh?
Lohgarh has a total population of 152, including 74 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Lohgarh?
There are 34 households in Lohgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Lohgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohgarh is 64.47%. Male literacy is 68.92% and female literacy is 60.26%.