Luvara - Mangrol, Surat
Luvara is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Luvara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luvara is 523819. The village covers a total geographical area of 552.39 hectares and falls under the 394405 pincode. Kosamba is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Luvara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Luvara
As per Census 2011, Luvara village has a total population of 2,399 people, consisting of 1,257 males and 1,142 females. The village has 471 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,506 literate and 893 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,264 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Luvara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,399 | 1,257 | 1,142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 166 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 58 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,264 | 671 | 593 |
| Literate Population | 1,506 | 832 | 674 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 425 | 468 |
Nearby Villages of Luvara
Luvara 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 Luvara
Luvara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Luvara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kosamba to Luvara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Luvara is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luvara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luvara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Luvara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luvara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Luvara
Where is Luvara located?
Luvara village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luvara?
Luvara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Luvara?
The pincode of Luvara is 394405.
What is the population of Luvara?
Luvara has a total population of 2,399, including 1,257 males and 1,142 females.
How many households are there in Luvara?
There are 471 households in Luvara.
What is the literacy rate in Luvara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luvara is 62.78%. Male literacy is 66.19% and female literacy is 59.02%.