Lakhiya Nana - Lalpur, Jamnagar
Lakhiya Nana is a village situated in the Lalpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Lakhiya Nana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhiya Nana is 513879. The village covers a total geographical area of 437.63 hectares and falls under the 361280 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Lakhiya Nana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhiya Nana
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhiya Nana village had a total population of 656 people, including 340 males and 316 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.01%, with male literacy at 86.60% and female literacy at 74.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 656 | 340 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 49 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 252 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 88 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhiya Nana
Lakhiya Nana 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 Lakhiya Nana
Lakhiya Nana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Khambhalia to Lakhiya Nana is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Lakhiya Nana is about 40 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 Lakhiya Nana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhiya Nana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakhiya Nana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhiya Nana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakhiya Nana
Where is Lakhiya Nana located?
Lakhiya Nana village is located in Lalpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lakhiya Nana?
Lakhiya Nana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhiya Nana?
The pincode of Lakhiya Nana is 361280.
What is the population of Lakhiya Nana?
Lakhiya Nana had a total population of 656, including 340 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Lakhiya Nana?
Lakhiya Nana had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhiya Nana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhiya Nana was 81.01%. Male literacy was 86.60% and female literacy was 74.81%.