Looti - Deosar, Singrauli
Looti is a village situated in the Deosar tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deosar and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Bandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Looti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Looti is 503756. The village covers a total geographical area of 747.04 hectares and falls under the 486886 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Looti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhauhani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Looti
As per Census 2011, Looti village has a total population of 1,473 people, consisting of 759 males and 714 females. The village has 299 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 548 literate and 925 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,182 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Looti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,473 | 759 | 714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 141 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,182 | 598 | 584 |
| Literate Population | 548 | 354 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 925 | 405 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Looti
Looti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kusedi | West | 3.80 km |
| Kundwar | North | 4.12 km |
| Chahali | East | 4.87 km |
| Bandha | North-East | 4.88 km |
| Mahuli | South | 5.42 km |
| Pipri | South-East | 5.81 km |
| Jagahat | North | 6.28 km |
| Piparkhadi | South-East | 7.24 km |
| Sanda | North-West | 7.38 km |
| Amallakpur | South-West | 7.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Looti
Looti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Niwas Road, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Looti is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Looti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Looti 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Looti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Looti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Looti
Where is Looti located?
Looti village is located in Deosar Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Looti?
The Gram Panchayat of Looti is Bandha.
What is the pincode of Looti?
The pincode of Looti is 486886.
What is the population of Looti?
Looti has a total population of 1,473, including 759 males and 714 females.
How many households are there in Looti?
There are 299 households in Looti.
What is the literacy rate in Looti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Looti is 37.20%. Male literacy is 46.64% and female literacy is 27.17%.