Loombasar - Chohtan, Barmer
Loombasar is a village situated in the Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chohtan and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Ratasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loombasar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loombasar is 088733. The village covers a total geographical area of 469 hectares and falls under the 344702 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Loombasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chohtan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loombasar
According to the 2011 Census, Loombasar village had a total population of 294 people, including 155 males and 139 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.19%, with male literacy at 64.57% and female literacy at 44.74%.
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 | 294 | 155 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 82 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 73 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Loombasar
Loombasar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jandooyon Ka Tala | West | 2.53 km |
| Hoodo Ka Tala | East | 2.69 km |
| Ratasarder | South | 2.90 km |
| Ratasar | West | 3.63 km |
| Bajrangpura | East | 3.90 km |
| Jairamderiya | North-West | 4.00 km |
| Bankana | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Jakharo Ki Dhani | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Meghpura | North | 5.14 km |
| Nehron Ki Basti | South | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Loombasar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Loombasar. The nearest railway station is Ramsar, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 129.5 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 Barmer to Loombasar is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loombasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loombasar 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 Loombasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loombasar 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 Loombasar
Where is Loombasar located?
Loombasar village is located in Chohtan Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Loombasar?
The Gram Panchayat of Loombasar is Ratasar.
What is the pincode of Loombasar?
The pincode of Loombasar is 344702.
What is the population of Loombasar?
Loombasar had a total population of 294, including 155 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Loombasar?
Loombasar had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loombasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loombasar was 55.19%. Male literacy was 64.57% and female literacy was 44.74%.