Lunagara - Jetpur, Rajkot
Lunagara is a village situated in the Jetpur taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jetpur and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Lunagara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lunagara is 513409. The village covers a total geographical area of 1132.77 hectares and falls under the 360370 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Lunagara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lunagara
As per Census 2011, Lunagara village has a total population of 1,649 people, consisting of 838 males and 811 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,141 literate and 508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lunagara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,649 | 838 | 811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 98 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 1,141 | 635 | 506 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 203 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Lunagara
Lunagara 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 Lunagara
Lunagara 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 Jetpur to Lunagara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Lunagara is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lunagara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lunagara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lunagara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lunagara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lunagara
Where is Lunagara located?
Lunagara village is located in Jetpur Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lunagara?
Lunagara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lunagara?
The pincode of Lunagara is 360370.
What is the population of Lunagara?
Lunagara has a total population of 1,649, including 838 males and 811 females.
How many households are there in Lunagara?
There are 380 households in Lunagara.
What is the literacy rate in Lunagara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lunagara is 69.19%. Male literacy is 75.78% and female literacy is 62.39%.