Lor - Jafrabad, Amreli
Lor is a village situated in the Jafrabad taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jafrabad and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Lor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lor is 515898. The village covers a total geographical area of 901.31 hectares and falls under the 365730 pincode. Rajula is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Lor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lor
According to the 2011 Census, Lor village had a total population of 1,876 people, including 956 males and 920 females, living in 296 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.07%, with male literacy at 78.23% and female literacy at 51.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110.
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 | 1,876 | 956 | 920 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 129 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 53 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 647 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 827 | 309 | 518 |
Nearby Villages of Lor
Lor 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 Lor
Lor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Rajula to Lor is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Lor is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lor 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lor 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lor
Where is Lor located?
Lor village is located in Jafrabad Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lor?
Lor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lor?
The pincode of Lor is 365730.
What is the population of Lor?
Lor had a total population of 1,876, including 956 males and 920 females.
How many households are there in Lor?
Lor had 296 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lor was 65.07%. Male literacy was 78.23% and female literacy was 51.21%.