Lohanpur - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Lohanpur is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Lohanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohanpur is 195883. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.33 hectares and falls under the 276123 pincode. Meh Nagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Lohanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lohanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Lohanpur village had a total population of 1,004 people, including 457 males and 547 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 1,197 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.29%, with male literacy at 82.75% and female literacy at 58.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 270.
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 | 1,004 | 457 | 547 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 86 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 127 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 573 | 307 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 150 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Lohanpur
Lohanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fatehpur | North-West | 0.80 km |
| Madhuban | North | 0.94 km |
| Nonara | South-West | 1.04 km |
| Serra | South | 1.21 km |
| Jhoriya | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Jadopur | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Ramgarh | North | 1.59 km |
| Kharagpur | East | 1.68 km |
| Bhagwatpur | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Ghurehtha | North-East | 1.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohanpur
Lohanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jakhanian, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meh Nagar to Lohanpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Lohanpur is about 28 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 Lohanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lohanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohanpur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lohanpur
Where is Lohanpur located?
Lohanpur village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohanpur?
Lohanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lohanpur?
The pincode of Lohanpur is 276123.
What is the population of Lohanpur?
Lohanpur had a total population of 1,004, including 457 males and 547 females.
How many households are there in Lohanpur?
Lohanpur had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lohanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohanpur was 69.29%. Male literacy was 82.75% and female literacy was 58.33%.