Laxmivas - Maliya, Morbi
Laxmivas is a village situated in the Maliya taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 34 km from Maliya and around 65 km from Rajkot. Laxmivas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laxmivas is 512612. The village covers a total geographical area of 1268.63 hectares and falls under the 363660 pincode. Morvi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Laxmivas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morbi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laxmivas
According to the 2011 Census, Laxmivas village had a total population of 601 people, including 311 males and 290 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.27%, with male literacy at 94.56% and female literacy at 66.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 601 | 311 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 278 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 33 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Laxmivas
Laxmivas 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 Laxmivas
Laxmivas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Laxmivas.
| 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 Morvi to Laxmivas is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Laxmivas is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laxmivas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laxmivas 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 Laxmivas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laxmivas 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Laxmivas
Where is Laxmivas located?
Laxmivas village is located in Maliya Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laxmivas?
Laxmivas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Laxmivas?
The pincode of Laxmivas is 363660.
What is the population of Laxmivas?
Laxmivas had a total population of 601, including 311 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Laxmivas?
Laxmivas had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laxmivas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laxmivas was 81.27%. Male literacy was 94.56% and female literacy was 66.91%.