Lonkotda - Babra, Amreli
Lonkotda is a village situated in the Babra taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babra and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Long Kotada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lonkotda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lonkotda is 515458. The village covers a total geographical area of 1254.8 hectares and falls under the 360045 pincode. Babra is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Lonkotda 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 Lonkotda
According to the 2011 Census, Lonkotda village had a total population of 1,733 people, including 846 males and 887 females, living in 346 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.75%, with male literacy at 74.32% and female literacy at 65.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 176, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 1,733 | 846 | 887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 114 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 81 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,047 | 544 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 686 | 302 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Lonkotda
Lonkotda 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 Lonkotda
Public transport in the Lonkotda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Babra to Lonkotda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Lonkotda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lonkotda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lonkotda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lonkotda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lonkotda 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 Lonkotda
Where is Lonkotda located?
Lonkotda village is located in Babra Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lonkotda?
The Gram Panchayat of Lonkotda is Long Kotada.
What is the pincode of Lonkotda?
The pincode of Lonkotda is 360045.
What is the population of Lonkotda?
Lonkotda had a total population of 1,733, including 846 males and 887 females.
How many households are there in Lonkotda?
Lonkotda had 346 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lonkotda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lonkotda was 69.75%. Male literacy was 74.32% and female literacy was 65.41%.