Lochu Ka Was - Shahpura, Jaipur
Lochu Ka Was is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Jaipur. Nithara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lochu Ka Was village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lochu Ka Was is 079330. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 303103 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Lochu Ka Was village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaipur Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lochu Ka Was
As per Census 2011, Lochu Ka Was village has a total population of 1,121 people, consisting of 581 males and 540 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 752 literate and 369 illiterate residents. Additionally, 286 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lochu Ka Was are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,121 | 581 | 540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 141 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 752 | 461 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 120 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Lochu Ka Was
Lochu Ka Was 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bawari Ki Dhani | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Khojawala | West | 1.93 km |
| Nithara | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Kalyanpura | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Udawala | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Let Ka Bas | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Rajpura | North | 3.81 km |
| Lakhni | North-East | 4.22 km |
| Sherpura | North-West | 5.16 km |
| Kumbhawas | East | 5.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lochu Ka Was
Lochu Ka Was is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Loharwara, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Lochu Ka Was is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaipur to Lochu Ka Was is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lochu Ka Was
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lochu Ka Was 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 Lochu Ka Was
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lochu Ka Was village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lochu Ka Was
Where is Lochu Ka Was located?
Lochu Ka Was village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lochu Ka Was?
The Gram Panchayat of Lochu Ka Was is Nithara.
What is the pincode of Lochu Ka Was?
The pincode of Lochu Ka Was is 303103.
What is the population of Lochu Ka Was?
Lochu Ka Was has a total population of 1,121, including 581 males and 540 females.
How many households are there in Lochu Ka Was?
There are 204 households in Lochu Ka Was.
What is the literacy rate in Lochu Ka Was?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lochu Ka Was is 67.08%. Male literacy is 79.35% and female literacy is 53.89%.