Lunichana - Santalpur, Patan
Lunichana is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Abiyana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lunichana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lunichana is 508669. The village covers a total geographical area of 474.63 hectares and falls under the 385360 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Lunichana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lunichana
According to the 2011 Census, Lunichana village had a total population of 922 people, including 483 males and 439 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.10%, with male literacy at 75.51% and female literacy at 51.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 922 | 483 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 87 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 299 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 184 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Lunichana
Lunichana 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 Lunichana
Public transport in the Lunichana 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 Radhanpur to Lunichana is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Lunichana is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lunichana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lunichana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lunichana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lunichana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lunichana
Where is Lunichana located?
Lunichana village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lunichana?
The Gram Panchayat of Lunichana is Abiyana.
What is the pincode of Lunichana?
The pincode of Lunichana is 385360.
What is the population of Lunichana?
Lunichana had a total population of 922, including 483 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Lunichana?
Lunichana had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lunichana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lunichana was 64.10%. Male literacy was 75.51% and female literacy was 51.89%.