Lawani - Jhanjharpur, Madhubani
Lawani is a village situated in the Jhanjharpur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhanjharpur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Nabani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lawani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawani is 220740. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.9 hectares and falls under the 847410 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Lawani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lawani
As per Census 2011, Lawani village has a total population of 6,270 people, consisting of 3,214 males and 3,056 females. The village has 1,341 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 971 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,311 literate and 2,959 illiterate residents. Additionally, 637 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 112 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lawani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,270 | 3,214 | 3,056 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 971 | 495 | 476 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 637 | 332 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 57 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 3,311 | 1,966 | 1,345 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,959 | 1,248 | 1,711 |
Nearby Villages of Lawani
Lawani 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 Lawani
Lawani 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 Lawani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jhanjharpur to Lawani is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Lawani is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawani 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lawani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lawani
Where is Lawani located?
Lawani village is located in Jhanjharpur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lawani?
The Gram Panchayat of Lawani is Nabani.
What is the pincode of Lawani?
The pincode of Lawani is 847410.
What is the population of Lawani?
Lawani has a total population of 6,270, including 3,214 males and 3,056 females.
How many households are there in Lawani?
There are 1,341 households in Lawani.
What is the literacy rate in Lawani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawani is 52.81%. Male literacy is 61.17% and female literacy is 44.01%.