Lodhika
Lodhika is a Town and Taluka in Rajkot District of Gujarat. In India, a taluka is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Lodhika Block (CD) is 03804. The total area of Lodhika Taluka is 401 km², which includes 396.73 km² of rural area and 4.24 km² of urban area. Lodhika has a sex ratio of approximately 903 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Lodhika Taluka
Lodhika Taluka has a total of 38 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Lodhika Taluka, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abhepar | Abhepar Ratanpar | Lodhika (7 km) |
| 2 | Balsar | Balsar | Lodhika (10 km) |
| 3 | Chandli | Chandli | Lodhika (5 km) |
| 4 | Chhapra | Chhapra | Lodhika (19 km) |
| 5 | Chibhda | Chibhda | Lodhika (6 km) |
| 6 | Devgam | Devgam | Lodhika (14 km) |
| 7 | Devla | Devda | Lodhika (19 km) |
| 8 | Dholara | Dholara | Rajkot (12 km) |
| 9 | Dhudiya Domda | Dhudiya Domda | Lodhika (30 km) |
| 10 | Haripar Pal | Haripar Pal | Rajkot (11 km) |
| 11 | Haripar Taravada | Haripar Taravada | Rajkot (18 km) |
| 12 | Jashvantpur | Jashvantpur | Rajkot (10 km) |
| 13 | Jetakuba | Jetakuba | Lodhika (6 km) |
| 14 | Kangashiyali | Kangashiyali | Rajkot (12 km) |
| 15 | Khambha | Khambha | Lodhika (15 km) |
| 16 | Khirsara | Khirsara Ranmalji | Lodhika (14 km) |
| 17 | Kotha Pipaliya | Kotha Pipaliya | Lodhika (5 km) |
| 18 | Laxmi Intala | Laxmi Intala | Rajkot (30 km) |
| 19 | Lodhika | Lodhika | Lodhika (3 km) |
| 20 | Makhavad | Makhavad | Lodhika (15 km) |
| 21 | Metoda | Metoda | Rajkot (12 km) |
| 22 | Motavada | Motavada | Lodhika (20 km) |
| 23 | Nadhu Pipaliya | Nondhu Pipaliya | Lodhika (10 km) |
| 24 | Nagar Pipaliya | Nagar Pipaliya | Kalavad (19 km) |
| 25 | Pal | Pal | Rajkot (10 km) |
| 26 | Pambhar Intala | Pambhar Intala | Rajkot (25 km) |
| 27 | Pardi | Pardi | Rajkot (11 km) |
| 28 | Pipaliya Pal | Pipaliya Pal | Rajkot (18 km) |
| 29 | Pipardi | Pipardi | Lodhika (10 km) |
| 30 | Rataiya | Rataiya | Rajkot (15 km) |
| 31 | Ratanpar | Abhepar Ratanpar | Lodhika (7 km) |
| 32 | Ravki | Ravki | Lodhika (15 km) |
| 33 | Sanganva | Sanganva | Lodhika (5 km) |
| 34 | Taravada | Taravada | Rajkot (17 km) |
| 35 | Und Khijadiya | Und Khijadiya | Kalavad (26 km) |
| 36 | Vagudad | Vagudad | Rajkot (16 km) |
| 37 | Vajdi | Vajdi Vad | Rajkot (12 km) |
| 38 | Virva | Virva | Rajkot (18 km) |
Population of Lodhika Taluka
The population profile of Lodhika Taluka offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Lodhika Taluka's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57,415 | 56,744 | 671 |
| Male Population | 30,168 | 29,815 | 353 |
| Female Population | 27,247 | 26,929 | 318 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,992 | 6,847 | 145 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,786 | 3,711 | 75 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,206 | 3,136 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 39,087 | 38,678 | 409 |
| Literate Male Population | 22,336 | 22,101 | 235 |
| Literate Female Population | 16,751 | 16,577 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 18,328 | 18,066 | 262 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 7,832 | 7,714 | 118 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 10,496 | 10,352 | 144 |
| Total Households | 11,929 | 11,742 | 187 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population of Lodhika Taluka is around 57,415 people. This includes 30,168 males and 27,247 females. Rural population is about 56,744 (29,815 males and 26,929 females), while urban population is nearly 671 (353 males and 318 females).
- Children aged 0–6 years make up about 6,992 of the population, with 3,786 boys and 3,206 girls. Rural areas have 6,847 children, and urban areas have about 145 children in this age group.
- There are approximately 39,087 literate people in Lodhika Taluka, including 22,336 literate males and 16,751 literate females. Literacy in rural areas includes 38,678 individuals and urban literacy covers around 409 people.
- About 18,328 people in Lodhika Taluka are not literate, including 7,832 males and 10,496 females. Rural areas include 18,066 non-literate people, while urban areas have nearly 262 individuals.
- The tehsil has around 11,929 households, with 11,742 in villages and 187 in towns.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Lodhika Taluka, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 10,472 | 10,396 | 76 |
| SC Male Population | 5,448 | 5,407 | 41 |
| SC Female Population | 5,024 | 4,989 | 35 |
| Total ST Population | 391 | 372 | 19 |
| ST Male Population | 209 | 200 | 9 |
| ST Female Population | 182 | 172 | 10 |
| Population Density | 143 / km² | 143 / km² | 158 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Lodhika Taluka is approximately 10,472 people, including 5,448 males and 5,024 females. Around 10,396 people live in rural parts. Nearly 76 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Lodhika Taluka is about 391 people, including 209 males and 182 females. Around 372 live in villages or rural parts. Nearly 19 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 143 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 143 people per sq. km, urban areas record nearly 158 people per sq. km.