Loka

Loka is a village located in Bardiha subdivision of Garhwa district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 30km away from district headquarter Bardiha. Bardiha is the sub-district headquarter of Loka village. As per 2009 stats, Obra is the gram panchayat of Loka village.

Loka has its own place in the vibrant Garhwa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Loka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Loka is 347368. The village spans a total geographical area of 275.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822114. Bardiha is nearest town to Loka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Loka

Below is a concise population overview of Loka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,771 910 861
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 352 180 172
Scheduled Castes (SC) 932 486 446
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 818 540 278
Illiterate Population 953 370 583

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Loka village:

  • The total population of Loka village is around 1,771, including approximately 910 males and 861 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 352 children aged 0–6 years in Loka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Loka village has 932 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Loka village is about 46.19%, with male literacy at 59.34% and female literacy at 32.29%.
  • There are around 302 households in Loka village.

Connectivity of Loka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Loka. As per the 2011 stats, Loka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Loka

Knowing the nearby villages of Loka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Loka.

Nawadih Jatro Banjari Obra Gangtaria Majhganwan Sarsatia Lalgara Kundrahe Dhelka Alias Salga Kaua Khoh Babhni

Frequently Asked Questions about Loka

Where is Loka located?
Loka village is situated in Bardiha Subdivision, within the Garhwa district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loka?
The Gram Panchayat of Loka is Obra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Loka?
The pincode of Loka is 822114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Loka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Loka is 1,771, with 910 males and 861 females.
How many households are there in Loka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Loka village has a total of 302 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Loka is 46.19%. The male literacy rate is 59.34%, while the female literacy rate is 32.29%.