Loton - Naraingarh, Ambala
Loton is a village situated in the Naraingarh tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naraingarh and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Ambala. Lautan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loton village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loton is 057286. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 134203 pincode. Naraingarh is the nearest town.
Loton village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naraingarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loton
According to the 2011 Census, Loton village had a total population of 1,647 people, including 887 males and 760 females, living in 326 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.59%, with male literacy at 84.26% and female literacy at 69.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 538.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,647 | 887 | 760 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 99 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 538 | 291 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,146 | 664 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 223 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Loton
Loton 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manakpur | East | 1.40 km |
| Nabipur | North | 1.78 km |
| Rao Majra | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Narain Garh | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Barsu Majra | South | 2.08 km |
| Panjlasa | West | 2.25 km |
| Bari Rasaur | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Brahman Majra | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Ahamadpur | West | 2.97 km |
| Nanhera | South-East | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Loton
Loton is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tandwal, while the nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ambala to Loton is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loton
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loton village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Loton
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loton village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Loton
Where is Loton located?
Loton village is located in Naraingarh Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loton?
The Gram Panchayat of Loton is Lautan.
What is the pincode of Loton?
The pincode of Loton is 134203.
What is the population of Loton?
Loton had a total population of 1,647, including 887 males and 760 females.
How many households are there in Loton?
Loton had 326 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loton?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loton was 77.59%. Male literacy was 84.26% and female literacy was 69.96%.