Laroka - Laroka, Rajouri
Laroka is a village situated in the Laroka tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Nowshera and around 77 km from Rajouri. Laroka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laroka is 001564. The village covers a total geographical area of 1819.5 hectares and falls under the 185155 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Laroka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nowshera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laroka
As per Census 2011, Laroka village has a total population of 2,357 people, consisting of 1,227 males and 1,130 females. The village has 488 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 371 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,445 literate and 912 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 627 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laroka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,357 | 1,227 | 1,130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 193 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 627 | 329 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 1,445 | 839 | 606 |
| Illiterate Population | 912 | 388 | 524 |
Nearby Villages of Laroka
Laroka is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohra Kampla | North | 2.42 km |
| Qila Darhal | East | 3.94 km |
| Wand Mohra | North-West | 4.32 km |
| Kalsian | South | 4.65 km |
| Lam | North-East | 5.85 km |
| Khambah | West | 7.07 km |
| Anwas Bhandar | North-West | 7.13 km |
| Langar | South-East | 9.80 km |
| Narian | East | 14.41 km |
| Rajal | East | 15.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laroka
Public transport in the Laroka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is S M V D Katra, while the nearest airport is Rajouri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.2 km.
| 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 Nowshera to Laroka is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Laroka is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laroka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laroka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Laroka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laroka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Laroka
Where is Laroka located?
Laroka village is located in Laroka Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laroka?
Laroka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Laroka?
The pincode of Laroka is 185155.
What is the population of Laroka?
Laroka has a total population of 2,357, including 1,227 males and 1,130 females.
How many households are there in Laroka?
There are 488 households in Laroka.
What is the literacy rate in Laroka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laroka is 61.31%. Male literacy is 68.38% and female literacy is 53.63%.