Lakhapadar - Dhari, Amreli
Lakhapadar is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Lakhapadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhapadar is 515721. The village covers a total geographical area of 1596.31 hectares and falls under the 365635 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Lakhapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhapadar village had a total population of 1,243 people, including 616 males and 627 females, living in 255 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.09%, with male literacy at 75.79% and female literacy at 60.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130.
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 | 1,243 | 616 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 79 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 62 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 751 | 407 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 492 | 209 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhapadar
Lakhapadar 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 Lakhapadar
Lakhapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Lakhapadar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Lakhapadar is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Lakhapadar is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhapadar 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 Lakhapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lakhapadar
Where is Lakhapadar located?
Lakhapadar village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhapadar?
Lakhapadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhapadar?
The pincode of Lakhapadar is 365635.
What is the population of Lakhapadar?
Lakhapadar had a total population of 1,243, including 616 males and 627 females.
How many households are there in Lakhapadar?
Lakhapadar had 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhapadar was 68.09%. Male literacy was 75.79% and female literacy was 60.78%.