Lakhanka - Chotila, Surendranagar
Lakhanka is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Lakhanka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhanka is 512385. The village covers a total geographical area of 610.8 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Lakhanka 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 Lakhanka
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhanka village had a total population of 1,712 people, including 884 males and 828 females, living in 320 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.78%, with male literacy at 78.03% and female literacy at 48.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 1,712 | 884 | 828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 124 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 46 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 928 | 593 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 784 | 291 | 493 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhanka
Lakhanka 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 Lakhanka
Public transport in the Lakhanka is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Lakhanka is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Lakhanka is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhanka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhanka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakhanka
Where is Lakhanka located?
Lakhanka village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lakhanka?
Lakhanka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhanka?
The pincode of Lakhanka is 363520.
What is the population of Lakhanka?
Lakhanka had a total population of 1,712, including 884 males and 828 females.
How many households are there in Lakhanka?
Lakhanka had 320 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhanka was 63.78%. Male literacy was 78.03% and female literacy was 48.20%.