Luvara - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Luvara is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Luvara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luvara is 516458. The village covers a total geographical area of 991.12 hectares and falls under the 364505 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Luvara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luvara
According to the 2011 Census, Luvara village had a total population of 1,574 people, including 795 males and 779 females, living in 323 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.23%, with male literacy at 81.15% and female literacy at 65.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 138, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,574 | 795 | 779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 79 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 70 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,037 | 581 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 214 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Luvara
Luvara 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 Luvara
Luvara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gariadhar to Luvara is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Luvara is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luvara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luvara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Luvara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luvara 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 Luvara
Where is Luvara located?
Luvara village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Luvara?
Luvara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Luvara?
The pincode of Luvara is 364505.
What is the population of Luvara?
Luvara had a total population of 1,574, including 795 males and 779 females.
How many households are there in Luvara?
Luvara had 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luvara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luvara was 73.23%. Male literacy was 81.15% and female literacy was 65.14%.