Loharakote - Sunderbani, Rajouri
Loharakote is a village situated in the Sunderbani tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sunderbani and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Bajwal Upper-b serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Loharakote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loharakote is 001631. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.3 hectares and falls under the 185153 pincode.
Loharakote 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 Loharakote
According to the 2011 Census, Loharakote village had a total population of 413 people, including 213 males and 200 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.10%, with male literacy at 88.77% and female literacy at 77.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 413 | 213 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 33 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 166 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 47 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Loharakote
Loharakote 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 Loharakote
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Loharakote.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rajouri to Loharakote is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loharakote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loharakote 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 Loharakote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loharakote 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 Loharakote
Where is Loharakote located?
Loharakote village is located in Sunderbani Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Loharakote?
The Halqa Panchayat of Loharakote is Bajwal Upper-b.
What is the pincode of Loharakote?
The pincode of Loharakote is 185153.
What is the population of Loharakote?
Loharakote had a total population of 413, including 213 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Loharakote?
Loharakote had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loharakote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loharakote was 83.10%. Male literacy was 88.77% and female literacy was 77.01%.