Loona Kalan - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Loona Kalan is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Loona Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loona Kalan is 086391. The village covers a total geographical area of 1561.69 hectares and falls under the 345026 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Loona Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pokaran Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loona Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Loona Kalan village had a total population of 351 people, including 187 males and 164 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.00%, with male literacy at 65.75% and female literacy at 27.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 351 | 187 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 96 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 91 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Loona Kalan
Loona Kalan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Loona Kalan
Public transport in the Loona Kalan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Loona Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Loona Kalan is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Loona Kalan is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loona Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loona Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Loona Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loona Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Loona Kalan
Where is Loona Kalan located?
Loona Kalan village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Loona Kalan?
Loona Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Loona Kalan?
The pincode of Loona Kalan is 345026.
What is the population of Loona Kalan?
Loona Kalan had a total population of 351, including 187 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Loona Kalan?
Loona Kalan had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loona Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loona Kalan was 48.00%. Male literacy was 65.75% and female literacy was 27.91%.