Loonwa Charnan - Gudha Malani, Balotra
Loonwa Charnan is a village situated in the Gudha Malani tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from Gudha Malani and around 122 km from Barmer. Lunwa Jageer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loonwa Charnan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loonwa Charnan is 088148. The village covers a total geographical area of 432 hectares and falls under the 344031 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Loonwa Charnan 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 Loonwa Charnan
As per Census 2011, Loonwa Charnan village has a total population of 423 people, consisting of 216 males and 207 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 177 literate and 246 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Loonwa Charnan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 423 | 216 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 46 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 104 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 112 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Loonwa Charnan
Loonwa Charnan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dedawas Ka Goliya | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Sodhon Ki Dhani | South | 3.16 km |
| Maghani Maghwalon Ki Dhani | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Goliya Kalan | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Dedawas Charnan | West | 3.80 km |
| Kooda | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Loonwa Jageer | East | 4.17 km |
| Dedawas Jageer | North-West | 4.21 km |
| Songaron Ki Dhani | North | 4.39 km |
| Jaswant Nagar | South-West | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Loonwa Charnan
Public transport in the Loonwa Charnan 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 135.4 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 Balotra to Loonwa Charnan is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Loonwa Charnan 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 Loonwa Charnan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loonwa Charnan 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 Loonwa Charnan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loonwa Charnan 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 Loonwa Charnan
Where is Loonwa Charnan located?
Loonwa Charnan village is located in Gudha Malani Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loonwa Charnan?
The Gram Panchayat of Loonwa Charnan is Lunwa Jageer.
What is the pincode of Loonwa Charnan?
The pincode of Loonwa Charnan is 344031.
What is the population of Loonwa Charnan?
Loonwa Charnan has a total population of 423, including 216 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Loonwa Charnan?
There are 74 households in Loonwa Charnan.
What is the literacy rate in Loonwa Charnan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loonwa Charnan is 41.84%. Male literacy is 48.15% and female literacy is 35.27%.