Lakhani - Lakhani, Vav-Tharad
Lakhani is a village situated in the Lakhani taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from Deesa and around 68 km from Palanpur. Bhemaji Goliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhani is 508300. The village covers a total geographical area of 3399.55 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Lakhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhani
As per Census 2011, Lakhani village has a total population of 11,154 people, consisting of 5,767 males and 5,387 females. The village has 1,931 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,907 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,871 literate and 5,283 illiterate residents. Additionally, 880 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 561 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,154 | 5,767 | 5,387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,907 | 1,011 | 896 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 880 | 459 | 421 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 561 | 275 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 5,871 | 3,663 | 2,208 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,283 | 2,104 | 3,179 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhani
Lakhani 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 Lakhani
Lakhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Lakhani is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Lakhani is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lakhani
Where is Lakhani located?
Lakhani village is located in Lakhani Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhani is Bhemaji Goliya.
What is the pincode of Lakhani?
The pincode of Lakhani is 385535.
What is the population of Lakhani?
Lakhani has a total population of 11,154, including 5,767 males and 5,387 females.
How many households are there in Lakhani?
There are 1,931 households in Lakhani.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhani is 52.64%. Male literacy is 63.52% and female literacy is 40.99%.