Lausa - Amarpur, Banka
Lausa is a village situated in the Amarpur subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Bhadariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lausa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lausa is 240719. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 813105 pincode. Amarpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Lausa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lausa
As per Census 2011, Lausa village has a total population of 1,014 people, consisting of 542 males and 472 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 393 literate and 621 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lausa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,014 | 542 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 93 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 75 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 250 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 621 | 292 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Lausa
Lausa 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 Lausa
Lausa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Amarpur to Lausa is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Lausa is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lausa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lausa 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 Lausa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lausa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lausa
Where is Lausa located?
Lausa village is located in Amarpur Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lausa?
The Gram Panchayat of Lausa is Bhadariya.
What is the pincode of Lausa?
The pincode of Lausa is 813105.
What is the population of Lausa?
Lausa has a total population of 1,014, including 542 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Lausa?
There are 202 households in Lausa.
What is the literacy rate in Lausa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lausa is 38.76%. Male literacy is 46.13% and female literacy is 30.30%.