Loka

Loka is a village located in Deori subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Deori (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Guniyathar is the gram panchayat of Loka village.

Loka has its own place in the vibrant Giridih 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 350654. The village spans a total geographical area of 91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 815314. Deori 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 336 184 152
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 43 26 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 48 27 21
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 125 81 44
Illiterate Population 211 103 108

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

  • The total population of Loka village is around 336, including approximately 184 males and 152 females, with a sex ratio of 826 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Loka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Loka village has 48 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Loka village is about 37.20%, with male literacy at 44.02% and female literacy at 28.95%.
  • There are around 50 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Loka

Where is Loka located?
Loka village is situated in Deori Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loka?
The Gram Panchayat of Loka is Guniyathar (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 815314, 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 336, with 184 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Loka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Loka village has a total of 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Loka is 37.20%. The male literacy rate is 44.02%, while the female literacy rate is 28.95%.