Lalawada - Kheralu, Mahesana
Lalawada is a village situated in the Kheralu taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kheralu and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Lalawada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalawada is 509219. The village covers a total geographical area of 416.87 hectares and falls under the 384325 pincode. Kheralu is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Lalawada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kheralu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalawada
As per Census 2011, Lalawada village has a total population of 1,714 people, consisting of 881 males and 833 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 883 literate and 831 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lalawada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,714 | 881 | 833 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 170 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 532 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 831 | 349 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Lalawada
Lalawada 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 Lalawada
Public transport in the Lalawada is mainly available through bus services. Lalawada has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kheralu to Lalawada is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Lalawada is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lalawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalawada 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lalawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalawada 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lalawada
Where is Lalawada located?
Lalawada village is located in Kheralu Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalawada?
Lalawada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lalawada?
The pincode of Lalawada is 384325.
What is the population of Lalawada?
Lalawada has a total population of 1,714, including 881 males and 833 females.
How many households are there in Lalawada?
There are 298 households in Lalawada.
What is the literacy rate in Lalawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalawada is 51.52%. Male literacy is 60.39% and female literacy is 42.14%.