Lakora - Kherwara, Udaipur
Lakora is a village situated in the Kherwara tehsil of Udaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kherwara and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Udaipur. Baydi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakora is 107867. The village covers a total geographical area of 501 hectares and falls under the 313803 pincode. Dungarpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Lakora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakora
As per Census 2011, Lakora village has a total population of 1,179 people, consisting of 618 males and 561 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 690 literate and 489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,120 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,179 | 618 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 113 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,120 | 588 | 532 |
| Literate Population | 690 | 467 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 151 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Lakora
Lakora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katewari | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Bayri | West | 2.21 km |
| Palsiya | East | 2.25 km |
| Khetiyala | North | 2.38 km |
| Mahudara | East | 2.59 km |
| Sundara | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Karchha Kalan | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Pograkalan | South | 3.23 km |
| Jhusawara | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Robiya | South-West | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakora
Public transport in the Lakora is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rikhabdev Road, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.6 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 Dungarpur to Lakora is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Lakora is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lakora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lakora
Where is Lakora located?
Lakora village is located in Kherwara Tehsil, Udaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakora?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakora is Baydi.
What is the pincode of Lakora?
The pincode of Lakora is 313803.
What is the population of Lakora?
Lakora has a total population of 1,179, including 618 males and 561 females.
How many households are there in Lakora?
There are 222 households in Lakora.
What is the literacy rate in Lakora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakora is 58.52%. Male literacy is 75.57% and female literacy is 39.75%.