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
According to the 2011 Census, Lohgarh village had a total population of 152 people, including 74 males and 78 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.24%, with male literacy at 78.46% and female literacy at 70.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 38 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 152, including 74 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Lohgarh?
Lohgarh had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lohgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohgarh was 74.24%. Male literacy was 78.46% and female literacy was 70.15%.