Lohatara
Lohatara is a village located in Kaliaganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.3km away from sub-district headquarter Kaliaganj. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Lohatara village. As per 2009 stats, Dhankoil is the gram panchayat of Lohatara village.
Here you can discover what makes Lohatara unique in its vibrant Kaliaganj-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Lohatara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lohatara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lohatara is 309945. The village spans a total geographical area of 200.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733129. Kaliaganj is nearest town to Lohatara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Lohatara
Population of Lohatara
According to the 2011 Census, Lohatara has a total population of about 1,594, with approximately 819 males and 775 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 221 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 919 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.92%, with male literacy at about 72.28% and female literacy near 53.03%. There are around 372 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lohatara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,594 | 819 | 775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 112 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 919 | 470 | 449 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,003 | 592 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 591 | 227 | 364 |
Connectivity of Lohatara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lohatara. As per the 2011 stats, Lohatara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Lohatara
Knowing the nearby villages of Lohatara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lohatara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lohatara
- Where is Lohatara located?
- Lohatara village is situated in Kaliaganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lohatara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lohatara is Dhankoil (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Lohatara?
- The pincode of Lohatara is 733129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lohatara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lohatara is 1,594, with 819 males and 775 females.
- How many households are there in Lohatara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lohatara village has a total of 372 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lohatara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lohatara is 62.92%. The male literacy rate is 72.28%, while the female literacy rate is 53.03%.