Lakhania - Abdasa, Kachchh
Lakhania is a village situated in the Abdasa taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naliya and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Lakhaniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhania is 507101. The village covers a total geographical area of 2220.22 hectares and falls under the 370660 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Lakhania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakhania
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhania village had a total population of 724 people, including 365 males and 359 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.64%, with male literacy at 57.24% and female literacy at 45.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 128.
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 | 724 | 365 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 68 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 59 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 170 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 195 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhania
Lakhania 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 Lakhania
Lakhania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Bhuj to Lakhania is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhania 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 Lakhania
Where is Lakhania located?
Lakhania village is located in Abdasa Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lakhania?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhania is Lakhaniya.
What is the pincode of Lakhania?
The pincode of Lakhania is 370660.
What is the population of Lakhania?
Lakhania had a total population of 724, including 365 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Lakhania?
Lakhania had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhania was 51.64%. Male literacy was 57.24% and female literacy was 45.74%.