Lakhawad - Umrala, Bhavnagar
Lakhawad is a village situated in the Umrala taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umrala and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Lakhawad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhawad is 516216. The village covers a total geographical area of 1295.63 hectares and falls under the 364230 pincode. Dhola is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Lakhawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhawad
As per Census 2011, Lakhawad village has a total population of 1,110 people, consisting of 570 males and 540 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 678 literate and 432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,110 | 570 | 540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 86 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 678 | 381 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 189 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhawad
Lakhawad 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 Lakhawad
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lakhawad. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lakhawad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhola to Lakhawad is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Lakhawad is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakhawad
Where is Lakhawad located?
Lakhawad village is located in Umrala Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhawad?
Lakhawad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhawad?
The pincode of Lakhawad is 364230.
What is the population of Lakhawad?
Lakhawad has a total population of 1,110, including 570 males and 540 females.
How many households are there in Lakhawad?
There are 197 households in Lakhawad.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhawad is 61.08%. Male literacy is 66.84% and female literacy is 55.00%.