Loba - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Loba is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 48.9 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Loba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loba is 318238. The village covers a total geographical area of 360.17 hectares and falls under the 731124 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Loba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dubrajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loba
As per Census 2011, Loba village has a total population of 1,718 people, consisting of 883 males and 835 females. The village has 424 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 927 literate and 791 illiterate residents. Additionally, 829 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 82 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Loba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,718 | 883 | 835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 101 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 829 | 415 | 414 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 927 | 541 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 791 | 342 | 449 |
Nearby Villages of Loba
Loba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barari | East | 1.27 km |
| Palashdanga | West | 1.33 km |
| Khoj Kamalpur | East | 1.98 km |
| Jophlai | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Jhirul | North | 2.75 km |
| Kota | East | 2.83 km |
| Debipur | West | 2.95 km |
| Srirampur | South | 3.06 km |
| Birbhadrapur | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Shyamsundarpur | South | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Loba
Loba is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Panchra, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dubrajpur to Loba is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Loba is about 48.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Loba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loba 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 Loba
Where is Loba located?
Loba village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loba?
Loba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Loba?
The pincode of Loba is 731124.
What is the population of Loba?
Loba has a total population of 1,718, including 883 males and 835 females.
How many households are there in Loba?
There are 424 households in Loba.
What is the literacy rate in Loba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loba is 53.96%. Male literacy is 61.27% and female literacy is 46.23%.