Lakhupara - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Lakhupara is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Lakhupara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhupara is 516762. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.48 hectares and falls under the 364290 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Lakhupara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhupara
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhupara village had a total population of 392 people, including 203 males and 189 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.35%, with male literacy at 92.49% and female literacy at 76.16%.
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 | 392 | 203 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 30 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 160 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 43 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhupara
Lakhupara 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 Lakhupara
Lakhupara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Lakhupara is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Lakhupara is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhupara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhupara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakhupara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhupara 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 Lakhupara
Where is Lakhupara located?
Lakhupara village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhupara?
Lakhupara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhupara?
The pincode of Lakhupara is 364290.
What is the population of Lakhupara?
Lakhupara had a total population of 392, including 203 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Lakhupara?
Lakhupara had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhupara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhupara was 84.35%. Male literacy was 92.49% and female literacy was 76.16%.