Lapaliya - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Lapaliya is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Lapaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lapaliya is 516546. The village covers a total geographical area of 510.96 hectares and falls under the 364270 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Lapaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lapaliya
As per Census 2011, Lapaliya village has a total population of 1,645 people, consisting of 838 males and 807 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 221 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,010 literate and 635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lapaliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,645 | 838 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 112 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 603 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 235 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Lapaliya
Lapaliya 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 Lapaliya
Lapaliya 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Lapaliya is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Lapaliya is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lapaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lapaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lapaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lapaliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lapaliya
Where is Lapaliya located?
Lapaliya village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lapaliya?
Lapaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lapaliya?
The pincode of Lapaliya is 364270.
What is the population of Lapaliya?
Lapaliya has a total population of 1,645, including 838 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Lapaliya?
There are 282 households in Lapaliya.
What is the literacy rate in Lapaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lapaliya is 61.40%. Male literacy is 71.96% and female literacy is 50.43%.