Loomb - Baraut, Baghpat
Loomb is a village situated in the Baraut tehsil of Baghpat district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraut and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Baghpat. Loomb village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loomb is 119243. The village covers a total geographical area of 1358.52 hectares and falls under the 250623 pincode. Loomb is the nearest town, located about 0.5 km away.
Loomb village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhaprauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baghpat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loomb
According to the 2011 Census, Loomb village had a total population of 10,548 people, including 5,792 males and 4,756 females, living in 1,642 households. The sex ratio was 821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.78%, with male literacy at 82.03% and female literacy at 59.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 889.
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 | 10,548 | 5,792 | 4,756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,380 | 768 | 612 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 889 | 515 | 374 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6,581 | 4,121 | 2,460 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,967 | 1,671 | 2,296 |
Nearby Villages of Loomb
Loomb 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khera Kurtan | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Kirthal | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Hewa | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Tugana | West | 3.28 km |
| Islampur Ghasauli | North | 3.41 km |
| Nala | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Mirpur | South-West | 4.54 km |
| Chadhaw | North | 4.82 km |
| Kakripur | East | 4.91 km |
| Bodha | West | 5.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Loomb
Loomb is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ailam, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Loomb to Loomb is about 0.5 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baghpat to Loomb is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loomb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loomb village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Loomb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loomb village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Loomb
Where is Loomb located?
Loomb village is located in Baraut Tehsil, Baghpat district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Loomb?
Loomb is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Loomb?
The pincode of Loomb is 250623.
What is the population of Loomb?
Loomb had a total population of 10,548, including 5,792 males and 4,756 females.
How many households are there in Loomb?
Loomb had 1,642 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loomb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loomb was 71.78%. Male literacy was 82.03% and female literacy was 59.36%.