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.
Here you can discover what makes Lohikot unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Lohikot’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 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.
Google Map of Lohikot
Population of Lohikot
According to the 2011 Census, Lohikot has a total population of about 817, with approximately 436 males and 381 females. The sex ratio is around 873 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 218 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 763. The overall literacy rate is approximately 9.18%, with male literacy at about 12.16% and female literacy near 5.77%. There are around 126 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lohikot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.