Lunva - Bhachau, Kachchh
Lunva is a village situated in the Bhachau taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhachau and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Lunva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lunva is 506669. The village covers a total geographical area of 2484.25 hectares and falls under the 370140 pincode. Bhachau is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Lunva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandhidham Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lunva
As per Census 2011, Lunva village has a total population of 2,882 people, consisting of 1,933 males and 949 females. The village has 709 households and a sex ratio of 490 females per 1,000 males. There are 326 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,492 literate and 1,390 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lunva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,882 | 1,933 | 949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 174 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 39 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,492 | 1,205 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,390 | 728 | 662 |
Nearby Villages of Lunva
Lunva 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 Lunva
Lunva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lunva.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhachau to Lunva is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Lunva is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lunva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lunva 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 Lunva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lunva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lunva
Where is Lunva located?
Lunva village is located in Bhachau Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lunva?
Lunva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lunva?
The pincode of Lunva is 370140.
What is the population of Lunva?
Lunva has a total population of 2,882, including 1,933 males and 949 females.
How many households are there in Lunva?
There are 709 households in Lunva.
What is the literacy rate in Lunva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lunva is 51.77%. Male literacy is 62.34% and female literacy is 30.24%.