Abhepar - Lodhika, Rajkot
Abhepar is a village situated in the Lodhika taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lodhika and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Abhepar / Ratanpar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Abhepar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abhepar is 513039. The village covers a total geographical area of 540.25 hectares and falls under the 360035 pincode. Lodhika is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Abhepar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajkot Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Abhepar
As per Census 2011, Abhepar village has a total population of 482 people, consisting of 238 males and 244 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 288 literate and 194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Abhepar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 482 | 238 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 157 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 81 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Abhepar
Abhepar 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 Abhepar
Abhepar 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lodhika to Abhepar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Abhepar is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Abhepar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abhepar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Abhepar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abhepar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Abhepar
Where is Abhepar located?
Abhepar village is located in Lodhika Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Abhepar?
The Gram Panchayat of Abhepar is Abhepar / Ratanpar.
What is the pincode of Abhepar?
The pincode of Abhepar is 360035.
What is the population of Abhepar?
Abhepar has a total population of 482, including 238 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Abhepar?
There are 101 households in Abhepar.
What is the literacy rate in Abhepar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abhepar is 59.75%. Male literacy is 65.97% and female literacy is 53.69%.