Looniyas - Merta, Nagaur
Looniyas is a village situated in the Merta tehsil of Nagaur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Merta and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Nagaur. Bargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Looniyas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Looniyas is 083166. The village covers a total geographical area of 1060.61 hectares and falls under the 341510 pincode. Merta City is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Looniyas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Merta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Looniyas
According to the 2011 Census, Looniyas village had a total population of 1,993 people, including 1,050 males and 943 females, living in 485 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.40%, with male literacy at 73.75% and female literacy at 39.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 255.
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 | 1,993 | 1,050 | 943 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 189 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 123 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 958 | 635 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,035 | 415 | 620 |
Nearby Villages of Looniyas
Looniyas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chauhan Nagar | West | 2.26 km |
| Peethas | South | 3.40 km |
| Ramliyas | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Basni Kachchhawa | North-East | 4.22 km |
| Bayad | North-West | 4.27 km |
| Beetan | West | 4.65 km |
| Bargaon | East | 4.77 km |
| Kurdaya | South | 5.17 km |
| Indawar | North-East | 6.70 km |
| Gagrana | North-West | 7.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Looniyas
Looniyas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gotan, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.8 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 Merta City to Looniyas is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaur to Looniyas is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Looniyas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Looniyas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Looniyas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Looniyas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Looniyas
Where is Looniyas located?
Looniyas village is located in Merta Tehsil, Nagaur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Looniyas?
The Gram Panchayat of Looniyas is Bargaon.
What is the pincode of Looniyas?
The pincode of Looniyas is 341510.
What is the population of Looniyas?
Looniyas had a total population of 1,993, including 1,050 males and 943 females.
How many households are there in Looniyas?
Looniyas had 485 households.
What is the literacy rate in Looniyas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Looniyas was 57.40%. Male literacy was 73.75% and female literacy was 39.98%.