Loker
About Loker
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Loker village is 434291. Loker village is located in Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Pathalgaon (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Loker village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 544.96 hectares. Loker has a total population of 1,042 peoples, out of which male population is 530 while female population is 512. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 966 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of loker village is 56.62% out of which 67.92% males and 44.92% females are literate. There are about 291 houses in loker village. Pincode of loker village locality is 496220.
When it comes to administration, Loker village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Loker village comes under Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency. Pathalgaon is nearest town to loker village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
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Population of Loker
The population details of Loker cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,042 | 530 | 512 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 121 | 57 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 755 | 388 | 367 |
| Literate Population | 590 | 360 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 170 | 282 |
Connectivity of Loker
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Loker
Where is Loker located?
Loker village is situated in Pathalgaon Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loker?
Loker serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Loker?
The pincode of Loker is 496220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Loker as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Loker is 1,042, with 530 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Loker as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Loker village has a total of 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loker as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Loker is 56.62%. The male literacy rate is 67.92%, while the female literacy rate is 44.92%.