Lohanda
Lohanda is a village located in Raiganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.5km away from Raiganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Lohanda village. As per 2009 stats, Rampur is the gram panchayat of Lohanda village.
Lohanda has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 Lohanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lohanda is 309674. The village spans a total geographical area of 470.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733134. Raiganj is nearest town to Lohanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Lohanda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Hemtabad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lohanda
Population of Lohanda
Below is a concise population overview of Lohanda 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 | 3,511 | 1,832 | 1,679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 445 | 235 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,796 | 949 | 847 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 117 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 1,953 | 1,098 | 855 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,558 | 734 | 824 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lohanda village:
- The total population of Lohanda village is around 3,511, including approximately 1,832 males and 1,679 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 445 children aged 0–6 years in Lohanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Lohanda village has 1,796 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 212 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Lohanda village is about 55.63%, with male literacy at 59.93% and female literacy at 50.92%.
- There are around 746 households in Lohanda village.
Connectivity of Lohanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lohanda. As per the 2011 stats, Lohanda 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lohanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Lohanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lohanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lohanda
- Where is Lohanda located?
- Lohanda village is situated in Raiganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lohanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lohanda is Rampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Lohanda?
- The pincode of Lohanda is 733134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lohanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lohanda is 3,511, with 1,832 males and 1,679 females.
- How many households are there in Lohanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lohanda village has a total of 746 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lohanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lohanda is 55.63%. The male literacy rate is 59.93%, while the female literacy rate is 50.92%.