Lowang - Bani, Kathua
Lowang is a village situated in the Bani tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bani and around 178 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Lowang North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lowang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lowang is 001762. The village covers a total geographical area of 3098 hectares and falls under the 184206 pincode. Bani is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Lowang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lowang
According to the 2011 Census, Lowang village had a total population of 3,263 people, including 1,694 males and 1,569 females, living in 568 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.62%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 43.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 185, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 300.
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 | 3,263 | 1,694 | 1,569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 517 | 254 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 93 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 157 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 1,692 | 1,120 | 572 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,571 | 574 | 997 |
Nearby Villages of Lowang
Lowang 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 Lowang
Public transport in the Lowang is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bani to Lowang is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Lowang is about 178 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lowang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lowang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lowang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lowang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lowang
Where is Lowang located?
Lowang village is located in Bani Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lowang?
The Gram Panchayat of Lowang is Lowang North.
What is the pincode of Lowang?
The pincode of Lowang is 184206.
What is the population of Lowang?
Lowang had a total population of 3,263, including 1,694 males and 1,569 females.
How many households are there in Lowang?
Lowang had 568 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lowang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lowang was 61.62%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 43.80%.