Loyanga - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Loyanga is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Loyanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loyanga is 516728. The village covers a total geographical area of 1104.9 hectares and falls under the 364295 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Loyanga 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 Loyanga
As per Census 2011, Loyanga village has a total population of 2,543 people, consisting of 1,257 males and 1,286 females. The village has 510 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 326 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,513 literate and 1,030 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Loyanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,543 | 1,257 | 1,286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 166 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 98 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,513 | 893 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,030 | 364 | 666 |
Nearby Villages of Loyanga
Loyanga 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 Loyanga
Loyanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Loyanga 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 Mahuva to Loyanga is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Loyanga is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loyanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loyanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Loyanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loyanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Loyanga
Where is Loyanga located?
Loyanga village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loyanga?
Loyanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Loyanga?
The pincode of Loyanga is 364295.
What is the population of Loyanga?
Loyanga has a total population of 2,543, including 1,257 males and 1,286 females.
How many households are there in Loyanga?
There are 510 households in Loyanga.
What is the literacy rate in Loyanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loyanga is 59.50%. Male literacy is 71.04% and female literacy is 48.21%.