Lau - Rajpur, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Lau is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from Rajpur and around 47 km from Ambikapur. Lau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lau is 433269. The village covers a total geographical area of 1974.41 hectares and falls under the 497118 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lau
As per Census 2011, Lau village has a total population of 2,573 people, consisting of 1,279 males and 1,294 females. The village has 567 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 464 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 949 literate and 1,624 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,253 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,573 | 1,279 | 1,294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 464 | 261 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,253 | 1,114 | 1,139 |
| Literate Population | 949 | 532 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,624 | 747 | 877 |
Nearby Villages of Lau
Lau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baidhi | West | 3.23 km |
| Damodarpur | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Murka | East | 3.74 km |
| Ghorghadi | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Sewari | North | 3.96 km |
| Bhadar | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Korgi | South-West | 4.18 km |
| Bhondna | South | 4.88 km |
| Mankepi | South-East | 5.16 km |
| Laduwa | North-West | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lau
Lau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 132.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpur to Lau is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Lau is about 47 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 Lau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lau 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 Lau
Where is Lau located?
Lau village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lau?
Lau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lau?
The pincode of Lau is 497118.
What is the population of Lau?
Lau has a total population of 2,573, including 1,279 males and 1,294 females.
How many households are there in Lau?
There are 567 households in Lau.
What is the literacy rate in Lau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lau is 36.88%. Male literacy is 41.59% and female literacy is 32.23%.