Lakhawadi - Bansda, Navsari
Lakhawadi is a village situated in the Bansda taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansda and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Lakhawadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhawadi is 523152. The village covers a total geographical area of 459.34 hectares and falls under the 396560 pincode. Bansda is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Lakhawadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakhawadi
As per Census 2011, Lakhawadi village has a total population of 1,567 people, consisting of 780 males and 787 females. The village has 326 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,125 literate and 442 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,499 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhawadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,567 | 780 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 69 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,499 | 748 | 751 |
| Literate Population | 1,125 | 622 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 442 | 158 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhawadi
Lakhawadi 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 Lakhawadi
Lakhawadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bansda to Lakhawadi is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Lakhawadi is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhawadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhawadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakhawadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhawadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakhawadi
Where is Lakhawadi located?
Lakhawadi village is located in Bansda Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhawadi?
Lakhawadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhawadi?
The pincode of Lakhawadi is 396560.
What is the population of Lakhawadi?
Lakhawadi has a total population of 1,567, including 780 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Lakhawadi?
There are 326 households in Lakhawadi.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhawadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhawadi is 71.79%. Male literacy is 79.74% and female literacy is 63.91%.