Lohargaon Village - 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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Lohargaon village has a total population of 171 people, consisting of 82 males and 89 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,085 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 100 literate and 71 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohargaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 171 | 82 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 82 | 88 |
| 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 has a total population of 171, including 82 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Lohargaon?
There are 35 households in Lohargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Lohargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohargaon is 58.48%. Male literacy is 70.73% and female literacy is 47.19%.