Lasa - Khambha, Amreli
Lasa is a village situated in the Khambha taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambha and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Lasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lasa is 515840. The village covers a total geographical area of 886.48 hectares and falls under the 365650 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Lasa 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 Lasa
According to the 2011 Census, Lasa village had a total population of 1,286 people, including 665 males and 621 females, living in 243 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.87%, with male literacy at 86.13% and female literacy at 63.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 1,286 | 665 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 81 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 852 | 503 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 162 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Lasa
Lasa 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 Lasa
Lasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Savar Kundla to Lasa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Lasa is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lasa 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Lasa
Where is Lasa located?
Lasa village is located in Khambha Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lasa?
Lasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lasa?
The pincode of Lasa is 365650.
What is the population of Lasa?
Lasa had a total population of 1,286, including 665 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Lasa?
Lasa had 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lasa was 74.87%. Male literacy was 86.13% and female literacy was 63.00%.