Lorvada - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Lorvada is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Lorvada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lorvada is 508335. The village covers a total geographical area of 1282.96 hectares and falls under the 385530 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Lorvada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lorvada
As per Census 2011, Lorvada village has a total population of 3,693 people, consisting of 1,892 males and 1,801 females. The village has 727 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 687 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,822 literate and 1,871 illiterate residents. Additionally, 472 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lorvada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,693 | 1,892 | 1,801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 687 | 386 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 472 | 235 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 1,822 | 1,080 | 742 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,871 | 812 | 1,059 |
Nearby Villages of Lorvada
Lorvada 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 Lorvada
Lorvada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Lorvada 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 Deesa to Lorvada is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Lorvada is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lorvada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lorvada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lorvada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lorvada 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lorvada
Where is Lorvada located?
Lorvada village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lorvada?
Lorvada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lorvada?
The pincode of Lorvada is 385530.
What is the population of Lorvada?
Lorvada has a total population of 3,693, including 1,892 males and 1,801 females.
How many households are there in Lorvada?
There are 727 households in Lorvada.
What is the literacy rate in Lorvada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lorvada is 49.34%. Male literacy is 57.08% and female literacy is 41.20%.