Lunva - Kheralu, Mahesana
Lunva is a village situated in the Kheralu taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kheralu and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Lunva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lunva is 509206. The village covers a total geographical area of 1432.08 hectares and falls under the 384130 pincode. Kheralu is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Lunva 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 Lunva
As per Census 2011, Lunva village has a total population of 4,571 people, consisting of 2,378 males and 2,193 females. The village has 900 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 597 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,039 literate and 1,532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 655 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lunva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,571 | 2,378 | 2,193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 597 | 303 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 655 | 348 | 307 |
| Literate Population | 3,039 | 1,758 | 1,281 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,532 | 620 | 912 |
Nearby Villages of Lunva
Lunva 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 Lunva
Public transport in the Lunva is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Lunva.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kheralu to Lunva is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Lunva is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lunva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lunva 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 Lunva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lunva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lunva
Where is Lunva located?
Lunva village is located in Kheralu Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lunva?
Lunva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lunva?
The pincode of Lunva is 384130.
What is the population of Lunva?
Lunva has a total population of 4,571, including 2,378 males and 2,193 females.
How many households are there in Lunva?
There are 900 households in Lunva.
What is the literacy rate in Lunva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lunva is 66.48%. Male literacy is 73.93% and female literacy is 58.41%.