Looth Khurd - Varanasi Sadar, Varanasi
Looth Khurd is a village situated in the Varanasi Sadar tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from Varanasi and around 23 km from Varanasi. Luthakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Looth Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Looth Khurd is 209639. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.2 hectares and falls under the 221002 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Looth Khurd 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 Shivpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Looth Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Looth Khurd village had a total population of 641 people, including 328 males and 313 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.16%, with male literacy at 92.07% and female literacy at 73.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129.
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 | 641 | 328 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 68 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 474 | 267 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 61 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Looth Khurd
Looth Khurd 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 Looth Khurd
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Looth Khurd. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Looth Khurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Varanasi to Looth Khurd is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Looth Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Looth Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Looth Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Looth Khurd 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Looth Khurd
Where is Looth Khurd located?
Looth Khurd village is located in Varanasi Sadar Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Looth Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Looth Khurd is Luthakala.
What is the pincode of Looth Khurd?
The pincode of Looth Khurd is 221002.
What is the population of Looth Khurd?
Looth Khurd had a total population of 641, including 328 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Looth Khurd?
Looth Khurd had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Looth Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Looth Khurd was 83.16%. Male literacy was 92.07% and female literacy was 73.93%.