Lodhama
Lodhama is a village located in Darjeeling Pulbazar subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 36.4km away from sub-district headquarter Darjeeling. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Lodhama village. As per 2009 stats, Lodhoma I is the gram panchayat of Lodhama village.
Lodhama has its own place in the vibrant Darjiling region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Lodhama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lodhama is 306148. The village spans a total geographical area of 559.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734201. Darjeeling is nearest town to Lodhama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 90km away.
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Population of Lodhama
Below is a concise population overview of Lodhama as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 703 | 348 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 16 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 235 | 114 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 306 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 42 | 83 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lodhama village:
- The total population of Lodhama village is around 703, including approximately 348 males and 355 females, with a sex ratio of 1020 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Lodhama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Lodhama village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 235 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Lodhama village is about 82.22%, with male literacy at 87.93% and female literacy at 76.62%.
- There are around 142 households in Lodhama village.
Connectivity of Lodhama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lodhama. As per the 2011 stats, Lodhama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lodhama
Knowing the nearby villages of Lodhama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lodhama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lodhama
- Where is Lodhama located?
- Lodhama village is situated in Darjeeling Pulbazar Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lodhama?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lodhama is Lodhoma I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Lodhama?
- The pincode of Lodhama is 734201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lodhama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lodhama is 703, with 348 males and 355 females.
- How many households are there in Lodhama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lodhama village has a total of 142 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lodhama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lodhama is 82.22%. The male literacy rate is 87.93%, while the female literacy rate is 76.62%.