Lihoda - Dehgam, Gandhinagar
Lihoda is a village situated in the Dehgam taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dehgam and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Jivraj Na Muvada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lihoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lihoda is 511353. The village covers a total geographical area of 1558.39 hectares and falls under the 382315 pincode. Dehgam is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Lihoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lihoda
As per Census 2011, Lihoda village has a total population of 7,233 people, consisting of 3,704 males and 3,529 females. The village has 1,394 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 982 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,865 literate and 2,368 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lihoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,233 | 3,704 | 3,529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 982 | 537 | 445 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 132 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,865 | 2,835 | 2,030 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,368 | 869 | 1,499 |
Nearby Villages of Lihoda
Lihoda 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 Lihoda
Public transport in the Lihoda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Lihoda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehgam to Lihoda is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Lihoda is about 30 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 Lihoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lihoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lihoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lihoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lihoda
Where is Lihoda located?
Lihoda village is located in Dehgam Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lihoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Lihoda is Jivraj Na Muvada.
What is the pincode of Lihoda?
The pincode of Lihoda is 382315.
What is the population of Lihoda?
Lihoda has a total population of 7,233, including 3,704 males and 3,529 females.
How many households are there in Lihoda?
There are 1,394 households in Lihoda.
What is the literacy rate in Lihoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lihoda is 67.26%. Male literacy is 76.54% and female literacy is 57.52%.