Loran
Loran is a village located in Mandi tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Mandi (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Tantray Gam Loran is the gram panchayat of Loran village.
Here you can discover what makes Loran unique in its vibrant Mandi-Punch region. You’ll see Loran’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 Loran
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Loran is 001147. The village spans a total geographical area of 2166 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185102. Punch is nearest town to Loran village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Loran 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 Poonch Haveli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Loran
Population of Loran
According to the 2011 Census, Loran has a total population of about 11,866, with approximately 6,130 males and 5,736 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,297 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 2,496. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.87%, with male literacy at about 49.45% and female literacy near 23.43%. There are around 2,628 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Loran's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,866 | 6,130 | 5,736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,297 | 1,196 | 1,101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,496 | 1,292 | 1,204 |
| Literate Population | 4,375 | 3,031 | 1,344 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,491 | 3,099 | 4,392 |
Connectivity of Loran
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Loran. As per the 2011 stats, Loran 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 Loran
Knowing the nearby villages of Loran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Loran.
Frequently Asked Questions about Loran
- Where is Loran located?
- Loran village is situated in Mandi Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Loran?
- The Gram Panchayat of Loran is Tantray Gam Loran (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Loran?
- The pincode of Loran is 185102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Loran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Loran is 11,866, with 6,130 males and 5,736 females.
- How many households are there in Loran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Loran village has a total of 2,628 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Loran as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Loran is 36.87%. The male literacy rate is 49.45%, while the female literacy rate is 23.43%.