Lawa - Ramanujganj, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Lawa is a village situated in the Ramanujganj tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from Ramanujganj and around 138 km from Ambikapur. Lawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawa is 431910. The village covers a total geographical area of 344.35 hectares and falls under the 497220 pincode. Ramanujganj is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Lawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lawa
According to the 2011 Census, Lawa village had a total population of 1,035 people, including 533 males and 502 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.73%, with male literacy at 78.52% and female literacy at 62.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 692.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,035 | 533 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 86 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 692 | 352 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 351 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 182 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Lawa
Lawa 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 Lawa
Lawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramanujganj to Lawa is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Lawa is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lawa
Where is Lawa located?
Lawa village is located in Ramanujganj Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lawa?
Lawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lawa?
The pincode of Lawa is 497220.
What is the population of Lawa?
Lawa had a total population of 1,035, including 533 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Lawa?
Lawa had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawa was 70.73%. Male literacy was 78.52% and female literacy was 62.32%.