Lokhwan
About Lokhwan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Lokhwan village is 008482. Lokhwan village is located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 84km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Lokhwan village. As per 2009 stats, Bhalakh is the gram panchayat of Lokhwan village.
The total geographical area of village is 34.47 hectares. Lokhwan has a total population of 368 peoples, out of which male population is 184 while female population is 184. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of lokhwan village is 77.45% out of which 79.35% males and 75.54% females are literate. There are about 74 houses in lokhwan village. Pincode of lokhwan village locality is 176204.
When it comes to administration, Lokhwan 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, Lokhwan village comes under Indora Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to lokhwan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Lokhwan
The population details of Lokhwan 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 | 368 | 184 | 184 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 146 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 38 | 45 |
Connectivity of Lokhwan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lokhwan
Where is Lokhwan located?
Lokhwan village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lokhwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Lokhwan is Bhalakh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lokhwan?
The pincode of Lokhwan is 176204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lokhwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lokhwan is 368, with 184 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Lokhwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lokhwan village has a total of 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lokhwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lokhwan is 77.45%. The male literacy rate is 79.35%, while the female literacy rate is 75.54%.