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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Losain village has a total population of 540 people, consisting of 270 males and 270 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 144 literate and 396 illiterate residents. Additionally, 540 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Losain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 540 | 270 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Losain?
The Gram Panchayat of Losain is Muchail.
What is the pincode of Losain?
The pincode of Losain is 182204.
What is the population of Losain?
Losain has a total population of 540, including 270 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Losain?
There are 86 households in Losain.
What is the literacy rate in Losain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Losain is 26.67%. Male literacy is 28.52% and female literacy is 24.81%.