Lunki - Babra, Amreli
Lunki is a village situated in the Babra taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babra and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Lunki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lunki is 515477. The village covers a total geographical area of 1079.44 hectares and falls under the 365421 pincode. Babra is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Lunki 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 Lunki
According to the 2011 Census, Lunki village had a total population of 1,642 people, including 812 males and 830 females, living in 337 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.97%, with male literacy at 83.12% and female literacy at 76.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168.
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 | 1,642 | 812 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 95 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 91 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,178 | 596 | 582 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 216 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Lunki
Lunki 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 Lunki
Lunki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Lunki.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Babra to Lunki is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Lunki is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lunki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lunki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lunki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lunki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lunki
Where is Lunki located?
Lunki village is located in Babra Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lunki?
Lunki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lunki?
The pincode of Lunki is 365421.
What is the population of Lunki?
Lunki had a total population of 1,642, including 812 males and 830 females.
How many households are there in Lunki?
Lunki had 337 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lunki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lunki was 79.97%. Male literacy was 83.12% and female literacy was 76.98%.