Loch
Loch is a village located in Goreswar subdivision of Kamrup district in Assam, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Goreswar Of Baksa District (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Amingaon. As per 2009 stats, Loch village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Loch unique in its vibrant Goreswar-Kamrup region. You’ll see Loch’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 Loch
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Loch is 302334. The village spans a total geographical area of 232.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 781381. Guwahati is nearest town to Loch village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Loch
Population of Loch
According to the 2011 Census, Loch has a total population of about 2,057, with approximately 1,029 males and 1,028 females. The sex ratio is around 999 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 196 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 25 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.66%, with male literacy at about 85.03% and female literacy near 72.28%. There are around 429 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Loch's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,057 | 1,029 | 1,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 79 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,618 | 875 | 743 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 154 | 285 |
Connectivity of Loch
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Loch. As per the 2011 stats, Loch 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Loch
Knowing the nearby villages of Loch helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Loch.
Frequently Asked Questions about Loch
- Where is Loch located?
- Loch village is situated in Goreswar Subdivision, within the Kamrup district of Assam, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Loch?
- Loch serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Loch?
- The pincode of Loch is 781381, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Loch as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Loch is 2,057, with 1,029 males and 1,028 females.
- How many households are there in Loch as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Loch village has a total of 429 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Loch as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Loch is 78.66%. The male literacy rate is 85.03%, while the female literacy rate is 72.28%.