Lakda Vandh - Rapar, Kachchh
Lakda Vandh is a village situated in the Rapar taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rapar and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Shanpar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakda Vandh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakda Vandh is 506535. The village covers a total geographical area of 2497.57 hectares and falls under the 370165 pincode. Rapar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Lakda Vandh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakda Vandh
According to the 2011 Census, Lakda Vandh village had a total population of 1,224 people, including 615 males and 609 females, living in 241 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.54%, with male literacy at 65.03% and female literacy at 31.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 1,224 | 615 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 146 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 305 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 775 | 310 | 465 |
Nearby Villages of Lakda Vandh
Lakda Vandh 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 Lakda Vandh
Public transport in the Lakda Vandh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rapar to Lakda Vandh is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Lakda Vandh is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakda Vandh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakda Vandh 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 Lakda Vandh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakda Vandh 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 Lakda Vandh
Where is Lakda Vandh located?
Lakda Vandh village is located in Rapar Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lakda Vandh?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakda Vandh is Shanpar.
What is the pincode of Lakda Vandh?
The pincode of Lakda Vandh is 370165.
What is the population of Lakda Vandh?
Lakda Vandh had a total population of 1,224, including 615 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Lakda Vandh?
Lakda Vandh had 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakda Vandh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakda Vandh was 48.54%. Male literacy was 65.03% and female literacy was 31.58%.