Law - Tikari, Gaya
Law is a village situated in the Tikari subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikari and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Law village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Law is 254780. The village covers a total geographical area of 535 hectares and falls under the 824236 pincode. Tikari is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Law village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Law
As per Census 2011, Law village has a total population of 5,933 people, consisting of 3,053 males and 2,880 females. The village has 857 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,043 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,451 literate and 2,482 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,347 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Law are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,933 | 3,053 | 2,880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,043 | 513 | 530 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,347 | 705 | 642 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,451 | 2,050 | 1,401 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,482 | 1,003 | 1,479 |
Nearby Villages of Law
Law 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sowal | North | 1.63 km |
| Pachmahla | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Mahmanna | South | 1.90 km |
| Gaharpur | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Pura | East | 2.25 km |
| Belhariya | West | 2.40 km |
| Fenagi | North | 2.50 km |
| Salimpur | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Gopalpur | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Alalpur Bishunpur | North-East | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Law
Law is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bela, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tikari to Law is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Law is about 35 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 Law
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Law village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Law
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Law 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Law
Where is Law located?
Law village is located in Tikari Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Law?
Law is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Law?
The pincode of Law is 824236.
What is the population of Law?
Law has a total population of 5,933, including 3,053 males and 2,880 females.
How many households are there in Law?
There are 857 households in Law.
What is the literacy rate in Law?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Law is 58.17%. Male literacy is 67.15% and female literacy is 48.65%.