Mundhvay - Lakhpat, Kachchh
Mundhvay is a village situated in the Lakhpat taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dayapar and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Koriyani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundhvay village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundhvay is 506447. The village covers a total geographical area of 1940.98 hectares and falls under the 370601 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Mundhvay village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mundhvay
According to the 2011 Census, Mundhvay village had a total population of 503 people, including 265 males and 238 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.65%, with male literacy at 34.86% and female literacy at 15.76%.
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 | 503 | 265 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 47 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 76 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 189 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Mundhvay
Mundhvay 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 Mundhvay
Mundhvay is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhuj to Mundhvay is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundhvay
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundhvay 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mundhvay
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundhvay village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mundhvay
Where is Mundhvay located?
Mundhvay village is located in Lakhpat Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundhvay?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundhvay is Koriyani.
What is the pincode of Mundhvay?
The pincode of Mundhvay is 370601.
What is the population of Mundhvay?
Mundhvay had a total population of 503, including 265 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Mundhvay?
Mundhvay had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mundhvay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundhvay was 25.65%. Male literacy was 34.86% and female literacy was 15.76%.