Loonchh - Ratangarh, Churu
Loonchh is a village situated in the Ratangarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ratangarh and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Loonchh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loonchh is 070647. The village covers a total geographical area of 2085 hectares and falls under the 331022 pincode. Ratangarh is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Loonchh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ratangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loonchh
As per Census 2011, Loonchh village has a total population of 2,851 people, consisting of 1,467 males and 1,384 females. The village has 471 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 411 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,672 literate and 1,179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 780 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Loonchh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,851 | 1,467 | 1,384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 411 | 195 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 780 | 398 | 382 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,672 | 1,033 | 639 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,179 | 434 | 745 |
Nearby Villages of Loonchh
Loonchh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhabri Meethi | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Derajsar | North | 4.41 km |
| Sangasar | South | 4.63 km |
| Har Desar | East | 4.88 km |
| Raghunathpura | North | 5.09 km |
| Gusainsar | North-East | 5.48 km |
| Loha | South-West | 6.12 km |
| Ratangarh | North-West | 6.16 km |
| Bheenchari | South | 6.45 km |
| Chhabri Khari | South-East | 7.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Loonchh
Public transport in the Loonchh is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Loha, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratangarh to Loonchh is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Loonchh is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loonchh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loonchh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Loonchh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loonchh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Loonchh
Where is Loonchh located?
Loonchh village is located in Ratangarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loonchh?
Loonchh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Loonchh?
The pincode of Loonchh is 331022.
What is the population of Loonchh?
Loonchh has a total population of 2,851, including 1,467 males and 1,384 females.
How many households are there in Loonchh?
There are 471 households in Loonchh.
What is the literacy rate in Loonchh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loonchh is 58.65%. Male literacy is 70.42% and female literacy is 46.17%.