Lala - Abdasa, Kachchh
Lala is a village situated in the Abdasa taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naliya and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Lala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lala is 507127. The village covers a total geographical area of 1029.8 hectares and falls under the 370640 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Lala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lala
According to the 2011 Census, Lala village had a total population of 1,342 people, including 682 males and 660 females, living in 261 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.42%, with male literacy at 86.70% and female literacy at 69.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 224.
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 | 1,342 | 682 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 133 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 108 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 476 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 206 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Lala
Lala 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 Lala
Lala 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 Lala is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lala 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 Lala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lala 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lala
Where is Lala located?
Lala village is located in Abdasa Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lala?
Lala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lala?
The pincode of Lala is 370640.
What is the population of Lala?
Lala had a total population of 1,342, including 682 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Lala?
Lala had 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lala was 78.42%. Male literacy was 86.70% and female literacy was 69.38%.