Langad - Mangrol, Junagadh
Langad is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Langad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Langad is 514776. The village covers a total geographical area of 856.84 hectares and falls under the 362625 pincode. Bantwa is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Langad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Langad
As per Census 2011, Langad village has a total population of 1,341 people, consisting of 681 males and 660 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 857 literate and 484 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 237 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Langad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,341 | 681 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 76 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 57 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 237 | 121 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 857 | 506 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 175 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Langad
Langad 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 Langad
Langad 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 Bantwa to Langad is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Langad is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Langad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Langad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Langad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Langad 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Langad
Where is Langad located?
Langad village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Langad?
Langad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Langad?
The pincode of Langad is 362625.
What is the population of Langad?
Langad has a total population of 1,341, including 681 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Langad?
There are 245 households in Langad.
What is the literacy rate in Langad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langad is 63.91%. Male literacy is 74.30% and female literacy is 53.18%.