Lewai - Bhatapara, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Lewai is a village situated in the Bhatapara tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from Bhatapara and around 90 km from Raipur. Levai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lewai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lewai is 443610. The village covers a total geographical area of 629.7 hectares and falls under the 493118 pincode. Bhatapara is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Lewai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lewai
As per Census 2011, Lewai village has a total population of 1,725 people, consisting of 861 males and 864 females. The village has 356 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,056 literate and 669 illiterate residents. Additionally, 279 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 493 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lewai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,725 | 861 | 864 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 134 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 145 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 493 | 231 | 262 |
| Literate Population | 1,056 | 619 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 669 | 242 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Lewai
Lewai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadar | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Singarpur | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Akaltara | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Dhourabhatha | East | 3.20 km |
| Semhradih (semradih) | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Godhi | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Madhuban | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Amliadih | West | 3.79 km |
| Paraswani | South | 3.87 km |
| Kosmanda | South-East | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lewai
Lewai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ibhg, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhatapara to Lewai is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Lewai is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lewai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lewai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lewai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lewai 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 Lewai
Where is Lewai located?
Lewai village is located in Bhatapara Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lewai?
The Gram Panchayat of Lewai is Levai.
What is the pincode of Lewai?
The pincode of Lewai is 493118.
What is the population of Lewai?
Lewai has a total population of 1,725, including 861 males and 864 females.
How many households are there in Lewai?
There are 356 households in Lewai.
What is the literacy rate in Lewai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lewai is 61.22%. Male literacy is 71.89% and female literacy is 50.58%.