Saran Nani - Lakhpat, Kachchh
Saran Nani is a village situated in the Lakhpat taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dayapar and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Julrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saran Nani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saran Nani is 506502. The village covers a total geographical area of 1840.86 hectares and falls under the 370655 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 122 km away.
Saran Nani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saran Nani
According to the 2011 Census, Saran Nani village had a total population of 247 people, including 122 males and 125 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.83%, with male literacy at 77.45% and female literacy at 56.31%.
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 | 247 | 122 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 79 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 43 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Saran Nani
Saran Nani 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 Saran Nani
Saran Nani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Saran Nani is about 122 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saran Nani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saran Nani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saran Nani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saran Nani 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 Saran Nani
Where is Saran Nani located?
Saran Nani village is located in Lakhpat Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saran Nani?
The Gram Panchayat of Saran Nani is Julrai.
What is the pincode of Saran Nani?
The pincode of Saran Nani is 370655.
What is the population of Saran Nani?
Saran Nani had a total population of 247, including 122 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Saran Nani?
Saran Nani had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saran Nani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saran Nani was 66.83%. Male literacy was 77.45% and female literacy was 56.31%.