Lolha - Saidpur, Ghazipur
Lolha is a village situated in the Saidpur tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saidpur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Lolha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lolha is 204122. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.25 hectares and falls under the 233221 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lolha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saidpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lolha
As per Census 2011, Lolha village has a total population of 2,192 people, consisting of 1,036 males and 1,156 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,320 literate and 872 illiterate residents. Additionally, 558 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 89 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lolha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,192 | 1,036 | 1,156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 185 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 558 | 277 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,320 | 720 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 872 | 316 | 556 |
Nearby Villages of Lolha
Lolha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arazikodri | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Rajehta | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Kirtupur | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Mathsaraiya | West | 1.85 km |
| Kodri | South | 1.96 km |
| Alampur | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Nayakdih | North | 2.01 km |
| Tarawn | South | 2.25 km |
| Jagatpur Bamanoli | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Sigarpur | South-West | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lolha
Lolha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dudhaunda, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ghazipur to Lolha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Lolha is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lolha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lolha 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 Lolha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lolha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lolha
Where is Lolha located?
Lolha village is located in Saidpur Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lolha?
Lolha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lolha?
The pincode of Lolha is 233221.
What is the population of Lolha?
Lolha has a total population of 2,192, including 1,036 males and 1,156 females.
How many households are there in Lolha?
There are 333 households in Lolha.
What is the literacy rate in Lolha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lolha is 60.22%. Male literacy is 69.50% and female literacy is 51.90%.