Loombawas - Gudha Malani, Balotra
Loombawas is a village situated in the Gudha Malani tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 22 km from Gudha Malani and around 122 km from Barmer. Sindhaswa Harniyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loombawas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loombawas is 088083. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.77 hectares and falls under the 344031 pincode. Sanchore is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Loombawas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gudhamalani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loombawas
According to the 2011 Census, Loombawas village had a total population of 454 people, including 238 males and 216 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.38%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 44.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 454 | 238 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 48 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 160 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 78 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Loombawas
Loombawas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Magha Ki Dhani | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Prem Nagar | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Sindhaswa Chauhanan | East | 3.62 km |
| Padardi | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Aratbaw | North | 4.07 km |
| Bhawniyon Ki Dhani | North-East | 5.01 km |
| Sidhasawa Harniyan | North | 5.22 km |
| Baroodi | East | 5.25 km |
| Banto Ki Dhani | South | 5.81 km |
| Hajaniyon Ki Dhani | North | 6.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Loombawas
Loombawas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Marwar Bhinmal, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 144.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanchore to Loombawas is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Loombawas is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loombawas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loombawas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Loombawas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loombawas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Loombawas
Where is Loombawas located?
Loombawas village is located in Gudha Malani Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Loombawas?
The Gram Panchayat of Loombawas is Sindhaswa Harniyan.
What is the pincode of Loombawas?
The pincode of Loombawas is 344031.
What is the population of Loombawas?
Loombawas had a total population of 454, including 238 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Loombawas?
Loombawas had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loombawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loombawas was 64.38%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 44.44%.