Lakhanasar - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Lakhanasar is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Lakhanasar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhanasar is 507706. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.78 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Lakhanasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhanasar
As per Census 2011, Lakhanasar village has a total population of 988 people, consisting of 482 males and 506 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 509 literate and 479 illiterate residents. Additionally, 223 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhanasar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 988 | 482 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 80 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 103 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 293 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 189 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhanasar
Lakhanasar 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 Lakhanasar
Lakhanasar 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Lakhanasar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Lakhanasar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhanasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhanasar 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 Lakhanasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhanasar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakhanasar
Where is Lakhanasar located?
Lakhanasar village is located in Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhanasar?
Lakhanasar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhanasar?
The pincode of Lakhanasar is 385545.
What is the population of Lakhanasar?
Lakhanasar has a total population of 988, including 482 males and 506 females.
How many households are there in Lakhanasar?
There are 202 households in Lakhanasar.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhanasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhanasar is 51.52%. Male literacy is 60.79% and female literacy is 42.69%.