Lohar Purwa - Chakia, Chandauli
Lohar Purwa is a village situated in the Chakia tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakia and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Lohar Purwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohar Purwa is 207908. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.7 hectares and falls under the 232103 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Lohar Purwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lohar Purwa
According to the 2011 Census, Lohar Purwa village had a total population of 573 people, including 287 males and 286 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.58%, with male literacy at 67.12% and female literacy at 43.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 573 | 287 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 65 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 149 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 138 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Lohar Purwa
Lohar Purwa 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 Lohar Purwa
Lohar Purwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Chandauli to Lohar Purwa is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Lohar Purwa is about 36 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 Lohar Purwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohar Purwa 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 Lohar Purwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohar Purwa 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 Lohar Purwa
Where is Lohar Purwa located?
Lohar Purwa village is located in Chakia Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohar Purwa?
Lohar Purwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lohar Purwa?
The pincode of Lohar Purwa is 232103.
What is the population of Lohar Purwa?
Lohar Purwa had a total population of 573, including 287 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Lohar Purwa?
Lohar Purwa had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lohar Purwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohar Purwa was 54.58%. Male literacy was 67.12% and female literacy was 43.32%.