R. F. Loa - Dharwala, Chamba
R. F. Loa is a village situated in the Dharwala tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from Chamba. Bakan serves as the Gram Panchayat for R. F. Loa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of R. F. Loa is 007837. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.95 hectares and falls under the 176311 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
R. F. Loa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of R. F. Loa
According to the 2011 Census, R. F. Loa village had a total population of 228 people, including 101 males and 127 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,257 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.59%, with male literacy at 85.54% and female literacy at 58.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 101.
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 | 228 | 101 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 45 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 71 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 30 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of R. F. Loa
R. F. Loa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of R. F. Loa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the R. F. Loa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to R. F. Loa is about 29 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 R. F. Loa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for R. F. Loa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in R. F. Loa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving R. F. Loa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about R. F. Loa
Where is R. F. Loa located?
R. F. Loa village is located in Dharwala Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of R. F. Loa?
The Gram Panchayat of R. F. Loa is Bakan.
What is the pincode of R. F. Loa?
The pincode of R. F. Loa is 176311.
What is the population of R. F. Loa?
R. F. Loa had a total population of 228, including 101 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in R. F. Loa?
R. F. Loa had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in R. F. Loa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of R. F. Loa was 70.59%. Male literacy was 85.54% and female literacy was 58.65%.