Loh Chap
Loh Chap is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Loh Chap village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Loh Chap unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Loh Chap’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Loh Chap
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Loh Chap is 028686. The village spans a total geographical area of 186 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143518. Qadian is nearest town to Loh Chap village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Loh Chap
Population of Loh Chap
According to the 2011 Census, Loh Chap has a total population of about 858, with approximately 465 males and 393 females. The sex ratio is around 845 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 97 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 266 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.92%, with male literacy at about 68.82% and female literacy near 60.31%. There are around 181 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Loh Chap's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 858 | 465 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 54 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 150 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 557 | 320 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 145 | 156 |
Connectivity of Loh Chap
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Loh Chap. As per the 2011 stats, Loh Chap had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Loh Chap
Knowing the nearby villages of Loh Chap helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Loh Chap.
Frequently Asked Questions about Loh Chap
- Where is Loh Chap located?
- Loh Chap village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Loh Chap?
- Loh Chap serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Loh Chap?
- The pincode of Loh Chap is 143518, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Loh Chap as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Loh Chap is 858, with 465 males and 393 females.
- How many households are there in Loh Chap as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Loh Chap village has a total of 181 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Loh Chap as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Loh Chap is 64.92%. The male literacy rate is 68.82%, while the female literacy rate is 60.31%.