Lodhva - Sutrapada, Gir Somnath
Lodhva is a village situated in the Sutrapada taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Sutrapada and around 110 km from Junagadh. Lodhva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lodhva is 515090. The village covers a total geographical area of 2835.42 hectares and falls under the 362275 pincode. Sutrapada is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lodhva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lodhva
As per Census 2011, Lodhva village has a total population of 8,379 people, consisting of 4,188 males and 4,191 females. The village has 1,424 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 927 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,975 literate and 3,404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 435 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lodhva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,379 | 4,188 | 4,191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 927 | 474 | 453 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 435 | 209 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 4,975 | 2,850 | 2,125 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,404 | 1,338 | 2,066 |
Nearby Villages of Lodhva
Lodhva 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 Lodhva
Public transport in the Lodhva is mainly available through bus services. Lodhva has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sutrapada to Lodhva is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Lodhva is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lodhva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lodhva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lodhva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lodhva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lodhva
Where is Lodhva located?
Lodhva village is located in Sutrapada Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lodhva?
Lodhva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lodhva?
The pincode of Lodhva is 362275.
What is the population of Lodhva?
Lodhva has a total population of 8,379, including 4,188 males and 4,191 females.
How many households are there in Lodhva?
There are 1,424 households in Lodhva.
What is the literacy rate in Lodhva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lodhva is 59.37%. Male literacy is 68.05% and female literacy is 50.70%.