Loka
Loka is a village located in Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Sitarganj (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Loka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Loka unique in its vibrant Sitarganj-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Loka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Loka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Loka is 056134. The village spans a total geographical area of 194.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262405. Sitarganj is nearest town to Loka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Loka
Population of Loka
According to the 2011 Census, Loka has a total population of about 1,368, with approximately 691 males and 677 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 234 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,070 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.82%, with male literacy at about 69.03% and female literacy near 52.44%. There are around 206 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Loka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,368 | 691 | 677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 115 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,070 | 546 | 524 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 832 | 477 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 214 | 322 |
Connectivity of Loka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Loka. As per the 2011 stats, Loka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Loka
Knowing the nearby villages of Loka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Loka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Loka
- Where is Loka located?
- Loka village is situated in Sitarganj Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Loka?
- Loka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Loka?
- The pincode of Loka is 262405, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Loka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Loka is 1,368, with 691 males and 677 females.
- How many households are there in Loka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Loka village has a total of 206 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Loka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Loka is 60.82%. The male literacy rate is 69.03%, while the female literacy rate is 52.44%.