Lunawa - Bali, Pali
Lunawa is a village situated in the Bali tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bali and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Lunawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lunawa is 091307. The village covers a total geographical area of 1881 hectares and falls under the 306706 pincode. Bali is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lunawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lunawa
As per Census 2011, Lunawa village has a total population of 5,684 people, consisting of 2,826 males and 2,858 females. The village has 1,142 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 778 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,081 literate and 2,603 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,013 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 403 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lunawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,684 | 2,826 | 2,858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 778 | 399 | 379 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,013 | 520 | 493 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 403 | 200 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 3,081 | 1,856 | 1,225 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,603 | 970 | 1,633 |
Nearby Villages of Lunawa
Lunawa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sadra | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Karanwa | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Mirgesar | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Khindawa | West | 4.19 km |
| Gura Gumansingh | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Latara | North-East | 4.74 km |
| Peepla | South | 4.80 km |
| Gura Kalyansingh | North | 5.24 km |
| Patawa | West | 5.79 km |
| Barwa | North-West | 6.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lunawa
Lunawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Biroliya, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.2 km.
| 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 Bali to Lunawa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Lunawa is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lunawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lunawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lunawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lunawa 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 Lunawa
Where is Lunawa located?
Lunawa village is located in Bali Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lunawa?
Lunawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lunawa?
The pincode of Lunawa is 306706.
What is the population of Lunawa?
Lunawa has a total population of 5,684, including 2,826 males and 2,858 females.
How many households are there in Lunawa?
There are 1,142 households in Lunawa.
What is the literacy rate in Lunawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lunawa is 54.20%. Male literacy is 65.68% and female literacy is 42.86%.