Lawar Village - Masturi, Bilaspur
Lawar is a village situated in the Masturi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Masturi and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Bilaspur. Lawar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawar is 438774. The village covers a total geographical area of 522.63 hectares and falls under the 495551 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Lawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Masturi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lawar
As per Census 2011, Lawar village has a total population of 3,167 people, consisting of 1,604 males and 1,563 females. The village has 628 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 522 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,573 literate and 1,594 illiterate residents. Additionally, 621 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 167 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lawar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,167 | 1,604 | 1,563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 522 | 260 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 621 | 325 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 91 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 1,573 | 998 | 575 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,594 | 606 | 988 |
Nearby Villages of Lawar
Lawar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ankdih | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Manikpur | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Darrighat | North | 2.11 km |
| Pondi | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Kirari | East | 2.77 km |
| Dhuma | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Koni | South | 3.07 km |
| Khapri | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Dheka | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Silpahri | West | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lawar
Lawar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gatora, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bilaspur to Lawar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawar 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 Lawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lawar
Where is Lawar located?
Lawar village is located in Masturi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lawar?
Lawar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lawar?
The pincode of Lawar is 495551.
What is the population of Lawar?
Lawar has a total population of 3,167, including 1,604 males and 1,563 females.
How many households are there in Lawar?
There are 628 households in Lawar.
What is the literacy rate in Lawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawar is 49.67%. Male literacy is 62.22% and female literacy is 36.79%.