Looli - Vijayraghavgarh, Katni
Looli is a village situated in the Vijayraghavgarh tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijayraghavgarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Katni. Dhavaiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Looli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Looli is 488573. The village covers a total geographical area of 269.44 hectares and falls under the 483770 pincode. Barhi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Looli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Looli
As per Census 2011, Looli village has a total population of 635 people, consisting of 324 males and 311 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 325 literate and 310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 350 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Looli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 635 | 324 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 76 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 350 | 190 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 192 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 132 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Looli
Looli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manghata | East | 1.30 km |
| Deora Khurd | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Dhawaiya | South | 2.69 km |
| Khuteshar | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Ubara | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Timuwa | East | 3.86 km |
| Koniya | East | 4.00 km |
| Dighi | North-West | 4.39 km |
| Urdani | West | 4.80 km |
| Madwa | North-East | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Looli
Looli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khanna Banjari, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barhi to Looli is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Katni to Looli is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Looli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Looli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Looli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Looli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Looli
Where is Looli located?
Looli village is located in Vijayraghavgarh Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Looli?
The Gram Panchayat of Looli is Dhavaiya.
What is the pincode of Looli?
The pincode of Looli is 483770.
What is the population of Looli?
Looli has a total population of 635, including 324 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Looli?
There are 129 households in Looli.
What is the literacy rate in Looli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Looli is 51.18%. Male literacy is 59.26% and female literacy is 42.77%.