Lundhara - Vallabhipur, Bhavnagar
Lundhara is a village situated in the Vallabhipur taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vallabhipur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Lundhara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lundhara is 516055. The village covers a total geographical area of 692.32 hectares and falls under the 364310 pincode. Barwala is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lundhara 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 Lundhara
According to the 2011 Census, Lundhara village had a total population of 1,976 people, including 1,004 males and 972 females, living in 365 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.94%, with male literacy at 85.39% and female literacy at 60.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 243.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,976 | 1,004 | 972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 162 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 120 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,210 | 719 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 766 | 285 | 481 |
Nearby Villages of Lundhara
Lundhara 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 Lundhara
Lundhara 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwala to Lundhara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Lundhara is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lundhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lundhara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lundhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lundhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lundhara
Where is Lundhara located?
Lundhara village is located in Vallabhipur Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lundhara?
Lundhara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lundhara?
The pincode of Lundhara is 364310.
What is the population of Lundhara?
Lundhara had a total population of 1,976, including 1,004 males and 972 females.
How many households are there in Lundhara?
Lundhara had 365 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lundhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lundhara was 72.94%. Male literacy was 85.39% and female literacy was 60.10%.