Lakroda - Mansa, Gandhinagar
Lakroda is a village situated in the Mansa taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mansa and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Himmatpura (l) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakroda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakroda is 511207. The village covers a total geographical area of 1710.43 hectares and falls under the 382835 pincode. Mansa is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Lakroda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakroda
According to the 2011 Census, Lakroda village had a total population of 3,210 people, including 1,721 males and 1,489 females, living in 691 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.45%, with male literacy at 83.54% and female literacy at 68.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 3,210 | 1,721 | 1,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 220 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 53 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,149 | 1,254 | 895 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,061 | 467 | 594 |
Nearby Villages of Lakroda
Lakroda 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 Lakroda
Lakroda 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 Mansa to Lakroda is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Lakroda is about 36 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 Lakroda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakroda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lakroda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakroda 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 Lakroda
Where is Lakroda located?
Lakroda village is located in Mansa Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lakroda?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakroda is Himmatpura (l).
What is the pincode of Lakroda?
The pincode of Lakroda is 382835.
What is the population of Lakroda?
Lakroda had a total population of 3,210, including 1,721 males and 1,489 females.
How many households are there in Lakroda?
Lakroda had 691 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakroda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakroda was 76.45%. Male literacy was 83.54% and female literacy was 68.32%.