Lakhachokiya - Chotila, Surendranagar
Lakhachokiya is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Lakhachokiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhachokiya is 512366. The village covers a total geographical area of 503.1 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lakhachokiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhachokiya
As per Census 2011, Lakhachokiya village has a total population of 1,011 people, consisting of 529 males and 482 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 593 literate and 418 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhachokiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,011 | 529 | 482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 84 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 367 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 162 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhachokiya
Lakhachokiya 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 Lakhachokiya
Public transport in the Lakhachokiya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chotila to Lakhachokiya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Lakhachokiya is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhachokiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhachokiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhachokiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhachokiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakhachokiya
Where is Lakhachokiya located?
Lakhachokiya village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhachokiya?
Lakhachokiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhachokiya?
The pincode of Lakhachokiya is 363520.
What is the population of Lakhachokiya?
Lakhachokiya has a total population of 1,011, including 529 males and 482 females.
How many households are there in Lakhachokiya?
There are 184 households in Lakhachokiya.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhachokiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhachokiya is 58.65%. Male literacy is 69.38% and female literacy is 46.89%.