Lakadiya - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Lakadiya is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Lakadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakadiya is 516326. The village covers a total geographical area of 1258.08 hectares and falls under the 364150 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Lakadiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakadiya
According to the 2011 Census, Lakadiya village had a total population of 1,140 people, including 581 males and 559 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.23%, with male literacy at 84.33% and female literacy at 69.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 1,140 | 581 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 77 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 425 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 156 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Lakadiya
Lakadiya 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 Lakadiya
Public transport in the Lakadiya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Talaja to Lakadiya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Lakadiya is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakadiya 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 Lakadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakadiya 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 Lakadiya
Where is Lakadiya located?
Lakadiya village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakadiya?
Lakadiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakadiya?
The pincode of Lakadiya is 364150.
What is the population of Lakadiya?
Lakadiya had a total population of 1,140, including 581 males and 559 females.
How many households are there in Lakadiya?
Lakadiya had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakadiya was 77.23%. Male literacy was 84.33% and female literacy was 69.98%.