Lavchali - Songadh, Tapi
Lavchali is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Medha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lavchali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lavchali is 524685. The village covers a total geographical area of 424.85 hectares and falls under the 394670 pincode. Songadh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Lavchali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lavchali
According to the 2011 Census, Lavchali village had a total population of 429 people, including 207 males and 222 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,072 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.57%, with male literacy at 53.59% and female literacy at 59.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 429.
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 | 429 | 207 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 429 | 207 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 97 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 110 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Lavchali
Lavchali 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 Lavchali
Lavchali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Songadh to Lavchali is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Lavchali is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lavchali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lavchali 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lavchali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lavchali 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 Lavchali
Where is Lavchali located?
Lavchali village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lavchali?
The Gram Panchayat of Lavchali is Medha.
What is the pincode of Lavchali?
The pincode of Lavchali is 394670.
What is the population of Lavchali?
Lavchali had a total population of 429, including 207 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Lavchali?
Lavchali had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lavchali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lavchali was 56.57%. Male literacy was 53.59% and female literacy was 59.38%.