Lohaganja Village - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Lohaganja is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 85.4 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Maligaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohaganja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohaganja is 310551. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.03 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliyaganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lohaganja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lohaganja
As per Census 2011, Lohaganja village has a total population of 2,367 people, consisting of 1,187 males and 1,180 females. The village has 544 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,254 literate and 1,113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 797 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 402 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohaganja are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,367 | 1,187 | 1,180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 131 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 797 | 406 | 391 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 402 | 194 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 1,254 | 730 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,113 | 457 | 656 |
Nearby Villages of Lohaganja
Lohaganja 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panchanagar | North | 0.93 km |
| Shikarpur | South | 1.05 km |
| Randanga | North | 1.25 km |
| Katalhat | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Gangajit | East | 1.39 km |
| Mahabullapur | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Ramchandrapur | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Hasnagar | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Maligaon | West | 2.14 km |
| Ramkrishnapur | South | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohaganja
Lohaganja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.9 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 Kaliyaganj to Lohaganja is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Lohaganja is about 85.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohaganja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohaganja 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 Lohaganja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohaganja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lohaganja
Where is Lohaganja located?
Lohaganja village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohaganja?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohaganja is Maligaon.
What is the pincode of Lohaganja?
The pincode of Lohaganja is 733132.
What is the population of Lohaganja?
Lohaganja has a total population of 2,367, including 1,187 males and 1,180 females.
How many households are there in Lohaganja?
There are 544 households in Lohaganja.
What is the literacy rate in Lohaganja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohaganja is 52.98%. Male literacy is 61.50% and female literacy is 44.41%.