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
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhanasar village had a total population of 988 people, including 482 males and 506 females, living in 202 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.03%, with male literacy at 72.89% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 223.
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 | 988 | 482 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 80 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 103 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 988, including 482 males and 506 females.
How many households are there in Lakhanasar?
Lakhanasar had 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhanasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhanasar was 61.03%. Male literacy was 72.89% and female literacy was 50.00%.