Lohikot

Lohikot is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Monabal is the gram panchayat of Lohikot village.

Lohikot has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Lohikot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lohikot is 000270. The village spans a total geographical area of 70.8 hectares. Handwara is nearest town to Lohikot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

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Population of Lohikot

Below is a concise population overview of Lohikot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 817 436 381
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 218 111 107
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 763 408 355
Literate Population 75 53 22
Illiterate Population 742 383 359

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lohikot village:

  • The total population of Lohikot village is around 817, including approximately 436 males and 381 females, with a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 218 children aged 0–6 years in Lohikot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lohikot village has 763 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Lohikot village is about 9.18%, with male literacy at 12.16% and female literacy at 5.77%.
  • There are around 126 households in Lohikot village.

Connectivity of Lohikot

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lohikot. As per the 2011 stats, Lohikot 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 Lohikot

Knowing the nearby villages of Lohikot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lohikot.

Mawar Sanzi Pora Kutlari Khudi Haider Mari Moona Bal Bandi Harel Shil Thra Duda Kuhl Sheikh Pora Jahama

Frequently Asked Questions about Lohikot

Where is Lohikot located?
Lohikot village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohikot?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohikot is Monabal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Lohikot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lohikot is 817, with 436 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Lohikot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lohikot village has a total of 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lohikot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lohikot is 9.18%. The male literacy rate is 12.16%, while the female literacy rate is 5.77%.