Lawaich - Dhanarua, Patna
Lawaich is a village situated in the Dhanarua subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanarua and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Satparsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lawaich village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawaich is 245983. The village covers a total geographical area of 237 hectares and falls under the 804451 pincode. Masaurhi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Lawaich village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lawaich
As per Census 2011, Lawaich village has a total population of 2,882 people, consisting of 1,523 males and 1,359 females. The village has 485 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 513 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,358 literate and 1,524 illiterate residents. Additionally, 623 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lawaich are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,882 | 1,523 | 1,359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 513 | 251 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 623 | 325 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 1,358 | 882 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,524 | 641 | 883 |
Nearby Villages of Lawaich
Lawaich 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rupaspur | East | 0.95 km |
| Fatehpur | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Thubha | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Sikoha | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Telhara | South | 1.69 km |
| Gauspur Dubhara | East | 1.70 km |
| Anjni | North | 2.19 km |
| Kosut | West | 2.24 km |
| Larha | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Khardiha | North | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lawaich
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Lawaich. The nearest railway station is Nadwan, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.1 km.
| 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 Masaurhi to Lawaich is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Lawaich is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawaich
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawaich 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lawaich
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawaich 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lawaich
Where is Lawaich located?
Lawaich village is located in Dhanarua Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lawaich?
The Gram Panchayat of Lawaich is Satparsa.
What is the pincode of Lawaich?
The pincode of Lawaich is 804451.
What is the population of Lawaich?
Lawaich has a total population of 2,882, including 1,523 males and 1,359 females.
How many households are there in Lawaich?
There are 485 households in Lawaich.
What is the literacy rate in Lawaich?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawaich is 47.12%. Male literacy is 57.91% and female literacy is 35.03%.