Lavara - Sidhpur, Patan
Lavara is a village situated in the Sidhpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Lavara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lavara is 508745. The village covers a total geographical area of 378.91 hectares and falls under the 384266 pincode. Sidhpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Lavara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sidhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lavara
According to the 2011 Census, Lavara village had a total population of 1,452 people, including 759 males and 693 females, living in 290 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.79%, with male literacy at 76.32% and female literacy at 40.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 1,452 | 759 | 693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 96 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 739 | 506 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 713 | 253 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Lavara
Lavara 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 Lavara
Lavara 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 Sidhpur to Lavara is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Lavara is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lavara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lavara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lavara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lavara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lavara
Where is Lavara located?
Lavara village is located in Sidhpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lavara?
Lavara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lavara?
The pincode of Lavara is 384266.
What is the population of Lavara?
Lavara had a total population of 1,452, including 759 males and 693 females.
How many households are there in Lavara?
Lavara had 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lavara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lavara was 59.79%. Male literacy was 76.32% and female literacy was 40.66%.