Loka - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Loka is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Loka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loka is 056134. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.2 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Loka 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 Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loka
According to the 2011 Census, Loka village had a total population of 1,368 people, including 691 males and 677 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.37%, with male literacy at 82.81% and female literacy at 63.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,070.
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 | 1,368 | 691 | 677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 115 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,070 | 546 | 524 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 832 | 477 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 214 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Loka
Loka 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 Loka
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Loka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Loka is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Loka is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Loka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Loka
Where is Loka located?
Loka village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Loka?
Loka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Loka?
The pincode of Loka is 262405.
What is the population of Loka?
Loka had a total population of 1,368, including 691 males and 677 females.
How many households are there in Loka?
Loka had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loka was 73.37%. Male literacy was 82.81% and female literacy was 63.62%.