Lalka - Babra, Amreli
Lalka is a village situated in the Babra taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babra and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Lalka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalka is 515430. The village covers a total geographical area of 1999.63 hectares and falls under the 360050 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lalka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalka
As per Census 2011, Lalka village has a total population of 2,293 people, consisting of 1,205 males and 1,088 females. The village has 366 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 425 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,068 literate and 1,225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lalka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,293 | 1,205 | 1,088 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 238 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,068 | 672 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,225 | 533 | 692 |
Nearby Villages of Lalka
Lalka 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 Lalka
Public transport in the Lalka is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jasdan to Lalka is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Lalka is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lalka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lalka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lalka
Where is Lalka located?
Lalka village is located in Babra Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalka?
Lalka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lalka?
The pincode of Lalka is 360050.
What is the population of Lalka?
Lalka has a total population of 2,293, including 1,205 males and 1,088 females.
How many households are there in Lalka?
There are 366 households in Lalka.
What is the literacy rate in Lalka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalka is 46.58%. Male literacy is 55.77% and female literacy is 36.40%.