Louki - Ambegaon, Pune
Louki is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Louki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Louki is 555503. The village covers a total geographical area of 597 hectares and falls under the 410515 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Louki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Louki
According to the 2011 Census, Louki village had a total population of 924 people, including 466 males and 458 females, living in 202 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.23%, with male literacy at 96.67% and female literacy at 83.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 924 | 466 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 757 | 406 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 60 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Louki
Louki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalamb | West | 2.76 km |
| Chandoli Bk. | South | 2.88 km |
| Manjarwadi | East | 3.59 km |
| Thorandale | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Nandur | West | 5.00 km |
| Eklahare | South-West | 5.26 km |
| Warulwadi | North-West | 5.50 km |
| Khadaki | South | 5.61 km |
| Chandoli Kh. | South | 6.09 km |
| Ranjani | East | 6.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Louki
Louki is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ghorawadi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Junnar to Louki is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Louki is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Louki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Louki 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 Louki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Louki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Louki
Where is Louki located?
Louki village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Louki?
Louki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Louki?
The pincode of Louki is 410515.
What is the population of Louki?
Louki had a total population of 924, including 466 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Louki?
Louki had 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Louki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Louki was 90.23%. Male literacy was 96.67% and female literacy was 83.77%.