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
According to the 2011 Census, Looka village had a total population of 349 people, including 181 males and 168 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.08%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 67.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 349 | 181 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 19 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 349, including 181 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Looka?
Looka had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Looka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Looka was 75.08%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 67.83%.