Lavkar - Kaprada, Valsad
Lavkar is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Varvath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lavkar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lavkar is 523571. The village covers a total geographical area of 488.81 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Lavkar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lavkar
According to the 2011 Census, Lavkar village had a total population of 1,231 people, including 621 males and 610 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.87%, with male literacy at 52.01% and female literacy at 35.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,211.
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 | 1,231 | 621 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 123 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,211 | 612 | 599 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 259 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 798 | 362 | 436 |
Nearby Villages of Lavkar
Lavkar 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 Lavkar
Lavkar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Dharampur to Lavkar is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Lavkar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lavkar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lavkar 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Lavkar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lavkar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lavkar
Where is Lavkar located?
Lavkar village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lavkar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lavkar is Varvath.
What is the pincode of Lavkar?
The pincode of Lavkar is 396067.
What is the population of Lavkar?
Lavkar had a total population of 1,231, including 621 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Lavkar?
Lavkar had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lavkar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lavkar was 43.87%. Male literacy was 52.01% and female literacy was 35.58%.