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
According to the 2011 Census, Loyanga village had a total population of 2,543 people, including 1,257 males and 1,286 females, living in 510 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.25%, with male literacy at 81.85% and female literacy at 55.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 185, 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 | 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 had a total population of 2,543, including 1,257 males and 1,286 females.
How many households are there in Loyanga?
Loyanga had 510 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loyanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loyanga was 68.25%. Male literacy was 81.85% and female literacy was 55.06%.