Lodrani - Dharnidhar, Vav-Tharad
Lodrani is a village situated in the Dharnidhar taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Vav and around 110 km from Palanpur. Lodrani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lodrani is 507402. The village covers a total geographical area of 2366.12 hectares and falls under the 385575 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Lodrani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lodrani
As per Census 2011, Lodrani village has a total population of 1,484 people, consisting of 808 males and 676 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 751 literate and 733 illiterate residents. Additionally, 415 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lodrani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,484 | 808 | 676 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 172 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 235 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 751 | 519 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 733 | 289 | 444 |
Nearby Villages of Lodrani
Lodrani 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 Lodrani
Lodrani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Lodrani has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Lodrani is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Lodrani is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lodrani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lodrani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lodrani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lodrani 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 Lodrani
Where is Lodrani located?
Lodrani village is located in Dharnidhar Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lodrani?
Lodrani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lodrani?
The pincode of Lodrani is 385575.
What is the population of Lodrani?
Lodrani has a total population of 1,484, including 808 males and 676 females.
How many households are there in Lodrani?
There are 253 households in Lodrani.
What is the literacy rate in Lodrani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lodrani is 50.61%. Male literacy is 64.23% and female literacy is 34.32%.