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
As per Census 2011, Louki village has a total population of 924 people, consisting of 466 males and 458 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 757 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Louki are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 924, including 466 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Louki?
There are 202 households in Louki.
What is the literacy rate in Louki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Louki is 81.93%. Male literacy is 87.12% and female literacy is 76.64%.