Lunasar - Wankaner, Morbi
Lunasar is a village situated in the Wankaner taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Wankaner and around 76 km from Rajkot. Lunasar / Bokadtha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lunasar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lunasar is 512788. The village covers a total geographical area of 3613.43 hectares and falls under the 363621 pincode. Wankaner is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lunasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wankaner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lunasar
According to the 2011 Census, Lunasar village had a total population of 3,502 people, including 1,801 males and 1,701 females, living in 725 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.53%, with male literacy at 89.92% and female literacy at 72.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 271, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 3,502 | 1,801 | 1,701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 194 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 138 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,565 | 1,445 | 1,120 |
| Illiterate Population | 937 | 356 | 581 |
Nearby Villages of Lunasar
Lunasar 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 Lunasar
Lunasar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Wankaner to Lunasar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Lunasar is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lunasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lunasar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lunasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lunasar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lunasar
Where is Lunasar located?
Lunasar village is located in Wankaner Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lunasar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lunasar is Lunasar / Bokadtha.
What is the pincode of Lunasar?
The pincode of Lunasar is 363621.
What is the population of Lunasar?
Lunasar had a total population of 3,502, including 1,801 males and 1,701 females.
How many households are there in Lunasar?
Lunasar had 725 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lunasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lunasar was 81.53%. Male literacy was 89.92% and female literacy was 72.77%.