Lohta - Rasra, Ballia
Lohta is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Pachhua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohta is 198528. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.5 hectares and falls under the 221701 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lohta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohta
As per Census 2011, Lohta village has a total population of 688 people, consisting of 337 males and 351 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 476 literate and 212 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 688 | 337 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 125 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 476 | 265 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 72 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Lohta
Lohta 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 Lohta
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Lohta. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Lohta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Lohta is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Lohta is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lohta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohta 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Lohta
Where is Lohta located?
Lohta village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohta?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohta is Pachhua.
What is the pincode of Lohta?
The pincode of Lohta is 221701.
What is the population of Lohta?
Lohta has a total population of 688, including 337 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Lohta?
There are 115 households in Lohta.
What is the literacy rate in Lohta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohta is 69.19%. Male literacy is 78.64% and female literacy is 60.11%.