Lunal - Tharad, Vav-Tharad
Lunal is a village situated in the Tharad taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Tharad and around 100 km from Palanpur. Lunal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lunal is 507555. The village covers a total geographical area of 941.43 hectares and falls under the 385565 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Lunal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lunal
As per Census 2011, Lunal village has a total population of 1,643 people, consisting of 839 males and 804 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 845 literate and 798 illiterate residents. Additionally, 399 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lunal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,643 | 839 | 804 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 139 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 196 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 845 | 563 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 798 | 276 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Lunal
Lunal 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 Lunal
Public transport in the Lunal is mainly available through bus 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 Tharad to Lunal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Lunal is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lunal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lunal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lunal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lunal 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 Lunal
Where is Lunal located?
Lunal village is located in Tharad Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lunal?
Lunal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lunal?
The pincode of Lunal is 385565.
What is the population of Lunal?
Lunal has a total population of 1,643, including 839 males and 804 females.
How many households are there in Lunal?
There are 265 households in Lunal.
What is the literacy rate in Lunal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lunal is 51.43%. Male literacy is 67.10% and female literacy is 35.07%.