Lowa Kalan - Bahadurgarh, Jhajjar
Lowa Kalan is a village situated in the Bahadurgarh tehsil of Jhajjar district, Haryana. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bahadurgarh and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jhajjar. Lowa Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lowa Kalan is 061777. The village covers a total geographical area of 281 hectares and falls under the 124508 pincode. Bahadurgarh is the nearest town.
Lowa Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bahadurgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rohtak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lowa Kalan
As per Census 2011, Lowa Kalan village has a total population of 1,919 people, consisting of 1,011 males and 908 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,380 literate and 539 illiterate residents. Additionally, 392 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lowa Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,919 | 1,011 | 908 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 136 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 210 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 1,380 | 784 | 596 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 227 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Lowa Kalan
Lowa Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sidipur | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Balour | North | 2.40 km |
| Soldha | West | 3.14 km |
| Noona Majra | North-West | 4.30 km |
| Sarai Aurangabad | North-West | 4.81 km |
| Lowa Khurd | West | 4.93 km |
| Desalpur | West | 5.17 km |
| Zardakpur | West | 5.28 km |
| Luksar | South-West | 5.46 km |
| Kherka Musalman | North-West | 6.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lowa Kalan
Lowa Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bahadurgarh, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jhajjar to Lowa Kalan is about 32 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 Lowa Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lowa Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lowa Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lowa Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lowa Kalan
Where is Lowa Kalan located?
Lowa Kalan village is located in Bahadurgarh Tehsil, Jhajjar district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lowa Kalan?
Lowa Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lowa Kalan?
The pincode of Lowa Kalan is 124508.
What is the population of Lowa Kalan?
Lowa Kalan has a total population of 1,919, including 1,011 males and 908 females.
How many households are there in Lowa Kalan?
There are 370 households in Lowa Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Lowa Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lowa Kalan is 71.91%. Male literacy is 77.55% and female literacy is 65.64%.