Lohargaon - Sult, Almora
Lohargaon is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 167 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Barhalia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohargaon is 052157. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.22 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Lohargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Lohargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Lohargaon village had a total population of 34 people, including 16 males and 18 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 88.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Lohargaon
Lohargaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhawali Malli | South-West | 0.63 km |
| Dhopari | North-East | 1.00 km |
| Jaspurkote | West | 1.00 km |
| Bangidhar | North | 1.41 km |
| Katriya Talla | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Jaspursidh | West | 1.80 km |
| Khumarh | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Kalsir | East | 2.07 km |
| Ragar Garh | North | 2.19 km |
| Bhyari | West | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohargaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Lohargaon. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Lohargaon is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Lohargaon is about 167 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohargaon 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lohargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohargaon 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 Lohargaon
Where is Lohargaon located?
Lohargaon village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lohargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohargaon is Barhalia.
What is the pincode of Lohargaon?
The pincode of Lohargaon is 263676.
What is the population of Lohargaon?
Lohargaon had a total population of 34, including 16 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Lohargaon?
Lohargaon had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lohargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohargaon was 90.00%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 88.89%.