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
According to the 2011 Census, Lodhva village had a total population of 8,379 people, including 4,188 males and 4,191 females, living in 1,424 households. The sex ratio was 1,001 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.76%, with male literacy at 76.74% and female literacy at 56.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 435, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 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 had a total population of 8,379, including 4,188 males and 4,191 females.
How many households are there in Lodhva?
Lodhva had 1,424 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lodhva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lodhva was 66.76%. Male literacy was 76.74% and female literacy was 56.85%.