Luvarvav - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Luvarvav is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Luvarvav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luvarvav is 516511. The village covers a total geographical area of 485.62 hectares and falls under the 364270 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Luvarvav 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 Luvarvav
As per Census 2011, Luvarvav village has a total population of 2,915 people, consisting of 1,500 males and 1,415 females. The village has 490 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 420 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,708 literate and 1,207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luvarvav are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,915 | 1,500 | 1,415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 214 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 44 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 1,708 | 1,052 | 656 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,207 | 448 | 759 |
Nearby Villages of Luvarvav
Luvarvav 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 Luvarvav
Public transport in the Luvarvav is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Luvarvav.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Luvarvav is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Luvarvav is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luvarvav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luvarvav village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Luvarvav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luvarvav village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Luvarvav
Where is Luvarvav located?
Luvarvav village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luvarvav?
Luvarvav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Luvarvav?
The pincode of Luvarvav is 364270.
What is the population of Luvarvav?
Luvarvav has a total population of 2,915, including 1,500 males and 1,415 females.
How many households are there in Luvarvav?
There are 490 households in Luvarvav.
What is the literacy rate in Luvarvav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luvarvav is 58.59%. Male literacy is 70.13% and female literacy is 46.36%.