Lavarda - Sihor, Bhavnagar
Lavarda is a village situated in the Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihor and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Lavarda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lavarda is 516399. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.89 hectares and falls under the 364240 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Lavarda 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 Lavarda
As per Census 2011, Lavarda village has a total population of 1,087 people, consisting of 561 males and 526 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 649 literate and 438 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lavarda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,087 | 561 | 526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 86 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 649 | 399 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 162 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Lavarda
Lavarda 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 Lavarda
Lavarda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lavarda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Lavarda is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lavarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lavarda 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 Lavarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lavarda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lavarda
Where is Lavarda located?
Lavarda village is located in Sihor Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lavarda?
Lavarda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lavarda?
The pincode of Lavarda is 364240.
What is the population of Lavarda?
Lavarda has a total population of 1,087, including 561 males and 526 females.
How many households are there in Lavarda?
There are 168 households in Lavarda.
What is the literacy rate in Lavarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lavarda is 59.71%. Male literacy is 71.12% and female literacy is 47.53%.