Lopon - Nihal Singhwala, Moga
Lopon is a village situated in the Nihal Singhwala tehsil of Moga district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nihal Singhwala and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Moga. Lopon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lopon is 033895. The village covers a total geographical area of 2388 hectares and falls under the 142037 pincode. Badhni Kalan is the nearest town.
Lopon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nihal singhwala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Faridkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lopon
As per Census 2011, Lopon village has a total population of 8,843 people, consisting of 4,738 males and 4,105 females. The village has 1,680 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 884 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,552 literate and 3,291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,994 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lopon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,843 | 4,738 | 4,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 884 | 505 | 379 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,994 | 1,605 | 1,389 |
| Literate Population | 5,552 | 3,067 | 2,485 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,291 | 1,671 | 1,620 |
Nearby Villages of Lopon
Lopon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Meenia | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Maliana | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Bir Badni | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Badhni Kalan | West | 4.95 km |
| Kussa | South | 5.09 km |
| Bode | South-West | 5.21 km |
| Mallah | East | 5.94 km |
| Badni Khurd | North-West | 6.06 km |
| Daudhar Sharki | North | 6.14 km |
| Nangal | South-West | 6.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lopon
Lopon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ajitwal, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Moga to Lopon is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lopon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lopon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lopon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lopon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lopon
Where is Lopon located?
Lopon village is located in Nihal Singhwala Tehsil, Moga district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lopon?
Lopon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lopon?
The pincode of Lopon is 142037.
What is the population of Lopon?
Lopon has a total population of 8,843, including 4,738 males and 4,105 females.
How many households are there in Lopon?
There are 1,680 households in Lopon.
What is the literacy rate in Lopon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lopon is 62.78%. Male literacy is 64.73% and female literacy is 60.54%.