Lavana - Lakhani, Vav-Tharad
Lavana is a village situated in the Lakhani taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Deodar and around 80 km from Palanpur. Lavana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lavana is 508383. The village covers a total geographical area of 1737.72 hectares and falls under the 385330 pincode. Deodar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lavana 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 Lavana
As per Census 2011, Lavana village has a total population of 5,561 people, consisting of 2,898 males and 2,663 females. The village has 970 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 883 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,752 literate and 2,809 illiterate residents. Additionally, 968 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 342 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lavana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,561 | 2,898 | 2,663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 883 | 463 | 420 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 968 | 513 | 455 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 342 | 174 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 2,752 | 1,719 | 1,033 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,809 | 1,179 | 1,630 |
Nearby Villages of Lavana
Lavana 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 Lavana
Lavana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Lavana has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deodar to Lavana is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Lavana 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 Lavana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lavana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lavana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lavana 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lavana
Where is Lavana located?
Lavana village is located in Lakhani Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lavana?
Lavana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lavana?
The pincode of Lavana is 385330.
What is the population of Lavana?
Lavana has a total population of 5,561, including 2,898 males and 2,663 females.
How many households are there in Lavana?
There are 970 households in Lavana.
What is the literacy rate in Lavana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lavana is 49.49%. Male literacy is 59.32% and female literacy is 38.79%.