Looka - Gunnor, Panna
Looka is a village situated in the Gunnor tehsil of Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gunnor and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Panna. Bhitari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Looka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Looka is 459023. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.15 hectares and falls under the 488333 pincode. Panna is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Looka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Looka
As per Census 2011, Looka village has a total population of 349 people, consisting of 181 males and 168 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Looka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 349 | 181 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 19 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 126 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 55 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Looka
Looka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhitari | North-East | 0.96 km |
| Umri | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Ujnehi | South | 1.16 km |
| Bhulgawan | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Palhari | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Majhyari | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Harira | West | 2.08 km |
| Bamurha(devendranagar) | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Manikpur Kalan | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Bamurhiya | North | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Looka
Looka is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Unchhera, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Panna to Looka is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Looka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Looka 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 Looka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Looka 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 Looka
Where is Looka located?
Looka village is located in Gunnor Tehsil, Panna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Looka?
The Gram Panchayat of Looka is Bhitari.
What is the pincode of Looka?
The pincode of Looka is 488333.
What is the population of Looka?
Looka has a total population of 349, including 181 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Looka?
There are 77 households in Looka.
What is the literacy rate in Looka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Looka is 63.90%. Male literacy is 69.61% and female literacy is 57.74%.