Lohana - Manteswar, Purba Bardhaman
Lohana is a village situated in the Manteswar subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.4 km from Manteswar. Bamunpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohana is 319671. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.32 hectares and falls under the 713513 pincode. Barddhaman is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Lohana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purbasthali Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman Purba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohana
As per Census 2011, Lohana village has a total population of 1,617 people, consisting of 800 males and 817 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 187 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 998 literate and 619 illiterate residents. Additionally, 504 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,617 | 800 | 817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 92 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 504 | 246 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 998 | 541 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 259 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Lohana
Lohana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nutangram | South | 0.58 km |
| Bara Kalmi | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Ghuni | East | 1.32 km |
| Harkadanga | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Sirajpur | West | 1.79 km |
| Dwari | South | 1.86 km |
| Samaspur | North | 1.89 km |
| Satpota | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Hazrapur | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Chakdhabari | South-East | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohana
Public transport in the Lohana is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Belerhat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barddhaman to Lohana is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohana 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 Lohana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lohana
Where is Lohana located?
Lohana village is located in Manteswar Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohana?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohana is Bamunpara.
What is the pincode of Lohana?
The pincode of Lohana is 713513.
What is the population of Lohana?
Lohana has a total population of 1,617, including 800 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Lohana?
There are 362 households in Lohana.
What is the literacy rate in Lohana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohana is 61.72%. Male literacy is 67.63% and female literacy is 55.94%.