Lifara - Mundra, Kachchh
Lifara is a village situated in the Mundra taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundra and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Lafra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lifara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lifara is 507292. The village covers a total geographical area of 1343.71 hectares and falls under the 370410 pincode. Mundra is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Lifara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lifara
According to the 2011 Census, Lifara village had a total population of 677 people, including 352 males and 325 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.91%, with male literacy at 77.89% and female literacy at 56.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 677 | 352 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 58 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 37 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 229 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 123 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Lifara
Lifara 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 Lifara
Lifara 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 Mundra to Lifara is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Lifara is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lifara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lifara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lifara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lifara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lifara
Where is Lifara located?
Lifara village is located in Mundra Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lifara?
The Gram Panchayat of Lifara is Lafra.
What is the pincode of Lifara?
The pincode of Lifara is 370410.
What is the population of Lifara?
Lifara had a total population of 677, including 352 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Lifara?
Lifara had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lifara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lifara was 67.91%. Male literacy was 77.89% and female literacy was 56.93%.