Losain - Machail, Kishtwar
Losain is a village situated in the Machail tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 33 km from Atholi and around 96 km from Kishtwar. Muchail serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Losain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Losain is 004781. The village covers a total geographical area of 845 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Losain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Losain
According to the 2011 Census, Losain village had a total population of 540 people, including 270 males and 270 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.30%, with male literacy at 34.38% and female literacy at 28.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 540.
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 | 540 | 270 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 540 | 270 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 77 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 193 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Losain
Losain 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 Losain
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Losain.
| 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 Kishtwar to Losain is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Losain is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Losain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Losain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Losain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Losain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Losain
Where is Losain located?
Losain village is located in Machail Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Losain?
The Halqa Panchayat of Losain is Muchail.
What is the pincode of Losain?
The pincode of Losain is 182204.
What is the population of Losain?
Losain had a total population of 540, including 270 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Losain?
Losain had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Losain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Losain was 31.30%. Male literacy was 34.38% and female literacy was 28.39%.