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
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhachokiya village had a total population of 1,011 people, including 529 males and 482 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.71%, with male literacy at 82.47% and female literacy at 54.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,011 | 529 | 482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 84 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,011, including 529 males and 482 females.
How many households are there in Lakhachokiya?
Lakhachokiya had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhachokiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhachokiya was 68.71%. Male literacy was 82.47% and female literacy was 54.07%.