Lakadiya - Bhachau, Kachchh
Lakadiya is a village situated in the Bhachau taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhachau and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Lakadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakadiya is 506663. The village covers a total geographical area of 2196.35 hectares and falls under the 370145 pincode. Bhachau is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Lakadiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rapar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakadiya
As per Census 2011, Lakadiya village has a total population of 8,651 people, consisting of 4,427 males and 4,224 females. The village has 1,915 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,656 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,367 literate and 4,284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 959 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakadiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,651 | 4,427 | 4,224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,656 | 904 | 752 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 959 | 490 | 469 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 4,367 | 2,647 | 1,720 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,284 | 1,780 | 2,504 |
Nearby Villages of Lakadiya
Lakadiya 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 Lakadiya
Lakadiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Lakadiya has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhachau to Lakadiya is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Lakadiya is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakadiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakadiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lakadiya
Where is Lakadiya located?
Lakadiya village is located in Bhachau Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakadiya?
Lakadiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakadiya?
The pincode of Lakadiya is 370145.
What is the population of Lakadiya?
Lakadiya has a total population of 8,651, including 4,427 males and 4,224 females.
How many households are there in Lakadiya?
There are 1,915 households in Lakadiya.
What is the literacy rate in Lakadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakadiya is 50.48%. Male literacy is 59.79% and female literacy is 40.72%.