Lawjan Grant - Teok, Jorhat
Lawjan Grant is a village situated in the Teok subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. Seleng serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lawjan Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawjan Grant is 293866. The village covers a total geographical area of 524.1 hectares and falls under the 785636 pincode. Amguri is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Lawjan Grant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mariani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lawjan Grant
As per Census 2011, Lawjan Grant village has a total population of 1,294 people, consisting of 668 males and 626 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 590 literate and 704 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lawjan Grant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,294 | 668 | 626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 108 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 590 | 340 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 704 | 328 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Lawjan Grant
Lawjan Grant 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 Lawjan Grant
Lawjan Grant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lawjan Grant.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amguri to Lawjan Grant is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Lawjan Grant is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawjan Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawjan Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lawjan Grant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawjan Grant 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lawjan Grant
Where is Lawjan Grant located?
Lawjan Grant village is located in Teok Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lawjan Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Lawjan Grant is Seleng.
What is the pincode of Lawjan Grant?
The pincode of Lawjan Grant is 785636.
What is the population of Lawjan Grant?
Lawjan Grant has a total population of 1,294, including 668 males and 626 females.
How many households are there in Lawjan Grant?
There are 287 households in Lawjan Grant.
What is the literacy rate in Lawjan Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawjan Grant is 45.60%. Male literacy is 50.90% and female literacy is 39.94%.