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
As per Census 2011, Lunki village has a total population of 1,642 people, consisting of 812 males and 830 females. The village has 337 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,178 literate and 464 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lunki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,642 | 812 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 95 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 91 | 77 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,642, including 812 males and 830 females.
How many households are there in Lunki?
There are 337 households in Lunki.
What is the literacy rate in Lunki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lunki is 71.74%. Male literacy is 73.40% and female literacy is 70.12%.