Lohargawan - Tilhar, Shahjahanpur
Lohargawan is a village situated in the Tilhar tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilhar and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Lohargawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohargawan is 133835. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.89 hectares and falls under the 242305 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 168 km away.
Lohargawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tilhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohargawan
As per Census 2011, Lohargawan village has a total population of 2,258 people, consisting of 1,192 males and 1,066 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 377 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 597 literate and 1,661 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohargawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,258 | 1,192 | 1,066 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 377 | 192 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 129 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 372 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,661 | 820 | 841 |
Nearby Villages of Lohargawan
Lohargawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Lohargawan | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Naugawan Ambar | East | 1.24 km |
| Karanpur Chak | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Chak Safaura | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Talgaon | West | 1.55 km |
| Safaura | South | 1.75 km |
| Bichpuri T. Int Gaon | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Terha Shriram | North | 1.93 km |
| Chak Bakainia | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Chakaitaur | South-West | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohargawan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lohargawan. The nearest railway station is Chak Safaura Halt, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.1 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahjahanpur to Lohargawan is about 168 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Lohargawan is about 37 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 Lohargawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohargawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lohargawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohargawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lohargawan
Where is Lohargawan located?
Lohargawan village is located in Tilhar Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohargawan?
Lohargawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lohargawan?
The pincode of Lohargawan is 242305.
What is the population of Lohargawan?
Lohargawan has a total population of 2,258, including 1,192 males and 1,066 females.
How many households are there in Lohargawan?
There are 339 households in Lohargawan.
What is the literacy rate in Lohargawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohargawan is 26.44%. Male literacy is 31.21% and female literacy is 21.11%.