Loonara - Batadoo, Barmer
Loonara is a village situated in the Batadoo tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from Baytoo and around 55 km from Barmer. Loonada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loonara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loonara is 086944. The village covers a total geographical area of 2928.07 hectares and falls under the 344034 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Loonara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baytoo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loonara
As per Census 2011, Loonara village has a total population of 2,315 people, consisting of 1,228 males and 1,087 females. The village has 402 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 440 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,095 literate and 1,220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 533 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Loonara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,315 | 1,228 | 1,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 440 | 235 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 533 | 282 | 251 |
| Literate Population | 1,095 | 722 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,220 | 506 | 714 |
Nearby Villages of Loonara
Loonara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maylon Ki Dhani | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Rampura | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Harkhali | West | 3.27 km |
| Thaleson Ki Dhani | North | 3.37 km |
| Saiyon Ka Tala | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Naya Batadoo | North-West | 4.26 km |
| Durgoniyon Ka Tala | South | 4.60 km |
| Gomateshwar | South-West | 5.03 km |
| Batadoo | South | 5.51 km |
| Ramdan Katala | East | 6.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Loonara
Loonara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baytu, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.0 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 Barmer to Loonara is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loonara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loonara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Loonara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loonara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Loonara
Where is Loonara located?
Loonara village is located in Batadoo Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loonara?
The Gram Panchayat of Loonara is Loonada.
What is the pincode of Loonara?
The pincode of Loonara is 344034.
What is the population of Loonara?
Loonara has a total population of 2,315, including 1,228 males and 1,087 females.
How many households are there in Loonara?
There are 402 households in Loonara.
What is the literacy rate in Loonara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loonara is 47.30%. Male literacy is 58.79% and female literacy is 34.31%.