Lagwan

Lagwan is a village located in Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Barsoi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Lagua Dasgram is the gram panchayat of Lagwan village.

Lagwan has its own place in the vibrant Katihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Lagwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lagwan is 224951. The village spans a total geographical area of 175.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 855102. Katihar is nearest town to Lagwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

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Population of Lagwan

Below is a concise population overview of Lagwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,013 2,135 1,878
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 782 410 372
Scheduled Castes (SC) 178 92 86
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,193 704 489
Illiterate Population 2,820 1,431 1,389

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lagwan village:

  • The total population of Lagwan village is around 4,013, including approximately 2,135 males and 1,878 females, with a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 782 children aged 0–6 years in Lagwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lagwan village has 178 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Lagwan village is about 29.73%, with male literacy at 32.97% and female literacy at 26.04%.
  • There are around 866 households in Lagwan village.

Connectivity of Lagwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lagwan. As per the 2011 stats, Lagwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Lagwan

Knowing the nearby villages of Lagwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lagwan.

Jathar Baldogachhi Bahrakhar Pokharia Chamrutola Belwa Lakhitola Sankola Kothar Satarghat Maltipur

Frequently Asked Questions about Lagwan

Where is Lagwan located?
Lagwan village is situated in Barsoi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lagwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Lagwan is Lagua Dasgram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lagwan?
The pincode of Lagwan is 855102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lagwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lagwan is 4,013, with 2,135 males and 1,878 females.
How many households are there in Lagwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lagwan village has a total of 866 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lagwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lagwan is 29.73%. The male literacy rate is 32.97%, while the female literacy rate is 26.04%.