Lohargaon - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Lohargaon is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sitoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohargaon is 049221. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.54 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Lohargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Lohargaon village had a total population of 171 people, including 82 males and 89 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.07%, with male literacy at 89.23% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 170.
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 | 171 | 82 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 82 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 58 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 24 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Lohargaon
Lohargaon 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 Lohargaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Lohargaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Lohargaon is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Lohargaon is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lohargaon
Where is Lohargaon located?
Lohargaon village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lohargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohargaon is Sitoli.
What is the pincode of Lohargaon?
The pincode of Lohargaon is 262551.
What is the population of Lohargaon?
Lohargaon had a total population of 171, including 82 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Lohargaon?
Lohargaon had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lohargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohargaon was 74.07%. Male literacy was 89.23% and female literacy was 60.00%.