Loonwa Jageer - Gudha Malani, Balotra
Loonwa Jageer is a village situated in the Gudha Malani tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from Gudha Malani and around 126 km from Barmer. Lunwa Jageer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loonwa Jageer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loonwa Jageer is 088147. The village covers a total geographical area of 2446 hectares and falls under the 344031 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Loonwa Jageer 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 Jageer
As per Census 2011, Loonwa Jageer village has a total population of 3,144 people, consisting of 1,641 males and 1,503 females. The village has 488 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 571 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,278 literate and 1,866 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,002 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Loonwa Jageer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,144 | 1,641 | 1,503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 571 | 303 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,002 | 527 | 475 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 1,278 | 871 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,866 | 770 | 1,096 |
Nearby Villages of Loonwa Jageer
Loonwa Jageer 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sodhon Ki Dhani | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Loonwa Charnan | West | 4.17 km |
| Deoda Ka Goliya | South-East | 4.45 km |
| Goliya Kalan | North-West | 4.94 km |
| Vatera | East | 5.06 km |
| Dedawas Ka Goliya | West | 5.78 km |
| Maghani Maghwalon Ki Dhani | West | 6.36 km |
| Kooda | West | 6.65 km |
| Kharwa | South-West | 6.74 km |
| Amliyala | North | 6.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Loonwa Jageer
Loonwa Jageer 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 133.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Balotra to Loonwa Jageer is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Loonwa Jageer is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loonwa Jageer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loonwa Jageer 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 Jageer
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 Jageer 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 Jageer
Where is Loonwa Jageer located?
Loonwa Jageer village is located in Gudha Malani Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loonwa Jageer?
The Gram Panchayat of Loonwa Jageer is Lunwa Jageer.
What is the pincode of Loonwa Jageer?
The pincode of Loonwa Jageer is 344031.
What is the population of Loonwa Jageer?
Loonwa Jageer has a total population of 3,144, including 1,641 males and 1,503 females.
How many households are there in Loonwa Jageer?
There are 488 households in Loonwa Jageer.
What is the literacy rate in Loonwa Jageer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loonwa Jageer is 40.65%. Male literacy is 53.08% and female literacy is 27.08%.