Lamba
Lamba is a village located in Kalyanpur taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Kalyanpur (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Lamba village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lamba unique in its vibrant Kalyanpur-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Lamba’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lamba
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lamba is 513998. The village spans a total geographical area of 5193.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361315. Porbandar is nearest town to Lamba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Lamba village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lamba
Population of Lamba
According to the 2011 Census, Lamba has a total population of about 8,681, with approximately 4,520 males and 4,161 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,093 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 145 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 22. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.27%, with male literacy at about 71.11% and female literacy near 52.68%. There are around 1,621 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lamba's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,681 | 4,520 | 4,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,093 | 555 | 538 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 73 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 5,406 | 3,214 | 2,192 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,275 | 1,306 | 1,969 |
Connectivity of Lamba
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lamba. As per the 2011 stats, Lamba had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lamba
Knowing the nearby villages of Lamba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lamba.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lamba
- Where is Lamba located?
- Lamba village is situated in Kalyanpur Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lamba?
- Lamba serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Lamba?
- The pincode of Lamba is 361315, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lamba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lamba is 8,681, with 4,520 males and 4,161 females.
- How many households are there in Lamba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lamba village has a total of 1,621 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lamba as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lamba is 62.27%. The male literacy rate is 71.11%, while the female literacy rate is 52.68%.