Loona Kheri - Gangdhar, Jhalawar
Loona Kheri is a village situated in the Gangdhar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangdhar and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Sunari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loona Kheri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loona Kheri is 105259. The village covers a total geographical area of 335.18 hectares and falls under the 326516 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Loona Kheri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loona Kheri
As per Census 2011, Loona Kheri village has a total population of 360 people, consisting of 180 males and 180 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 187 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Loona Kheri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 360 | 180 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 125 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 55 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Loona Kheri
Loona Kheri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Loona Khera | East | 1.43 km |
| Punwar Kheri | South | 1.86 km |
| Mokal Kheri | West | 1.91 km |
| Bar Khera | South | 2.07 km |
| Akya Parmar | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Gangdhar | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Sunari | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Melki | East | 3.01 km |
| Borkheri Anjana | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Nipaniya Kaloo | North | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Loona Kheri
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Loona Kheri. The nearest railway station is Chau Mahla, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawani Mandi to Loona Kheri is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Loona Kheri is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loona Kheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loona Kheri 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 Loona Kheri
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 Kheri 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 Kheri
Where is Loona Kheri located?
Loona Kheri village is located in Gangdhar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loona Kheri?
The Gram Panchayat of Loona Kheri is Sunari.
What is the pincode of Loona Kheri?
The pincode of Loona Kheri is 326516.
What is the population of Loona Kheri?
Loona Kheri has a total population of 360, including 180 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Loona Kheri?
There are 70 households in Loona Kheri.
What is the literacy rate in Loona Kheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loona Kheri is 51.94%. Male literacy is 69.44% and female literacy is 34.44%.