Lakhanka - Vallabhipur, Bhavnagar
Lakhanka is a village situated in the Vallabhipur taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vallabhipur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Lakhanka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhanka is 516092. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.84 hectares and falls under the 364310 pincode. Vallabhipur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Lakhanka 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 Lakhanka
As per Census 2011, Lakhanka village has a total population of 844 people, consisting of 421 males and 423 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 576 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhanka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 844 | 421 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 51 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 42 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 576 | 329 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 92 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhanka
Lakhanka 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 Lakhanka
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Lakhanka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vallabhipur to Lakhanka is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Lakhanka is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhanka 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhanka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lakhanka
Where is Lakhanka located?
Lakhanka village is located in Vallabhipur Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhanka?
Lakhanka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhanka?
The pincode of Lakhanka is 364310.
What is the population of Lakhanka?
Lakhanka has a total population of 844, including 421 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Lakhanka?
There are 152 households in Lakhanka.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhanka is 68.25%. Male literacy is 78.15% and female literacy is 58.39%.