Loha
Loha is a village located in Ratangarh tehsil of Churu district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Ratangarh (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Churu. As per 2009 stats, Loha village is also a gram panchayat.
Loha has its own place in the vibrant Churu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Loha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Loha is 070648. The village spans a total geographical area of 2778.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 331022. Ratangarh is nearest town to Loha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Loha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ratangarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Churu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Loha
Population of Loha
Below is a concise population overview of Loha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,609 | 1,811 | 1,798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 583 | 320 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 757 | 404 | 353 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,052 | 1,194 | 858 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,557 | 617 | 940 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Loha village:
- The total population of Loha village is around 3,609, including approximately 1,811 males and 1,798 females, with a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 583 children aged 0–6 years in Loha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Loha village has 757 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Loha village is about 56.86%, with male literacy at 65.93% and female literacy at 47.72%.
- There are around 621 households in Loha village.
Connectivity of Loha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Loha. As per the 2011 stats, Loha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Loha
Knowing the nearby villages of Loha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Loha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Loha
- Where is Loha located?
- Loha village is situated in Ratangarh Tehsil, within the Churu district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Loha?
- Loha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Loha?
- The pincode of Loha is 331022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Loha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Loha is 3,609, with 1,811 males and 1,798 females.
- How many households are there in Loha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Loha village has a total of 621 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Loha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Loha is 56.86%. The male literacy rate is 65.93%, while the female literacy rate is 47.72%.