Lochab
Lochab is a village located in Narwana tehsil of Jind district in Haryana, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Narwana (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jind. As per 2009 stats, Lochab village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lochab unique in its vibrant Narwana-Jind region. You’ll see Lochab’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 Lochab
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lochab is 059994. The village spans a total geographical area of 492 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 126116. Narwana is nearest town to Lochab village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Lochab 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 Narwana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sirsa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lochab
Population of Lochab
According to the 2011 Census, Lochab has a total population of about 1,580, with approximately 840 males and 740 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 195 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 288 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 55.00%, with male literacy at about 64.05% and female literacy near 44.73%. There are around 269 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lochab's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,580 | 840 | 740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 107 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 155 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 869 | 538 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 711 | 302 | 409 |
Connectivity of Lochab
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lochab. As per the 2011 stats, Lochab had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lochab
Knowing the nearby villages of Lochab helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lochab.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lochab
- Where is Lochab located?
- Lochab village is situated in Narwana Tehsil, within the Jind district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lochab?
- Lochab serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Lochab?
- The pincode of Lochab is 126116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lochab as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lochab is 1,580, with 840 males and 740 females.
- How many households are there in Lochab as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lochab village has a total of 269 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lochab as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lochab is 55.00%. The male literacy rate is 64.05%, while the female literacy rate is 44.73%.