Loharka Kalan - Amritsar- II, Amritsar
Loharka Kalan is a village situated in the Amritsar- II tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amritsar- Ii and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Loharka Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loharka Kalan is 037620. The village covers a total geographical area of 685 hectares and falls under the 143101 pincode. Amritsar is the nearest town.
Loharka Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Attari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amritsar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loharka Kalan
As per Census 2011, Loharka Kalan village has a total population of 2,391 people, consisting of 1,269 males and 1,122 females. The village has 467 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,539 literate and 852 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,082 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Loharka Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,391 | 1,269 | 1,122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 129 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,082 | 577 | 505 |
| Literate Population | 1,539 | 878 | 661 |
| Illiterate Population | 852 | 391 | 461 |
Nearby Villages of Loharka Kalan
Loharka Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Loharka Khurd | East | 1.59 km |
| Bua Nagli | West | 1.82 km |
| Malu Nangal | North | 2.40 km |
| Miran Kot Kalan | South | 2.92 km |
| Bal Khurd | East | 3.26 km |
| Mugnlani Kot | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Adliwal | West | 3.36 km |
| Miran Kot Khurd | South | 4.08 km |
| Jagdev Kalan | North | 4.26 km |
| Sohiya Kalan | North-East | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Loharka Kalan
Loharka Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Verka Junction, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 5.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Loharka Kalan is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loharka Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loharka Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Loharka Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loharka Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Loharka Kalan
Where is Loharka Kalan located?
Loharka Kalan village is located in Amritsar- II Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loharka Kalan?
Loharka Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Loharka Kalan?
The pincode of Loharka Kalan is 143101.
What is the population of Loharka Kalan?
Loharka Kalan has a total population of 2,391, including 1,269 males and 1,122 females.
How many households are there in Loharka Kalan?
There are 467 households in Loharka Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Loharka Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loharka Kalan is 64.37%. Male literacy is 69.19% and female literacy is 58.91%.