Loona Kalan
Loona Kalan is a village located in Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Pokaran (tehsildar office) and 109km away from district headquarter Jaisalmer. As per 2009 stats, Loona Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Loona Kalan unique in its vibrant Pokaran-Jaisalmer region. You’ll see Loona Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Loona Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Loona Kalan is 086391. The village spans a total geographical area of 1561.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 345026. Pokaran is nearest town to Loona Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
Google Map of Loona Kalan
Population of Loona Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Loona Kalan has a total population of about 351, with approximately 187 males and 164 females. The sex ratio is around 877 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.61%, with male literacy at about 51.34% and female literacy near 21.95%. There are around 69 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Loona Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 351 | 187 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 132 | 96 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 91 | 128 |
Connectivity of Loona Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Loona Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Loona Kalan 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Loona Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Loona Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Loona Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Loona Kalan
- Where is Loona Kalan located?
- Loona Kalan village is situated in Pokaran Tehsil, within the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Loona Kalan?
- Loona Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Loona Kalan?
- The pincode of Loona Kalan is 345026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Loona Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Loona Kalan is 351, with 187 males and 164 females.
- How many households are there in Loona Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Loona Kalan village has a total of 69 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Loona Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Loona Kalan is 37.61%. The male literacy rate is 51.34%, while the female literacy rate is 21.95%.