Lawa - Bade Bacheli, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Lawa is a village situated in the Bade Bacheli tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 61 km from Kuwakonda and around 55 km from Dantewada. Hiroli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawa is 450248. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.86 hectares and falls under the 494449 pincode. Kirandul is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Lawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lawa
According to the 2011 Census, Lawa village had a total population of 88 people, including 46 males and 42 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.96%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 25.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 87.
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 | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 21 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 25 | 33 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lawa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kirandul to Lawa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Lawa is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 >10 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 Bade Bacheli Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Lawa is Hiroli.
What is the pincode of Lawa?
The pincode of Lawa is 494449.
What is the population of Lawa?
Lawa had a total population of 88, including 46 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Lawa?
Lawa had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawa was 38.96%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 25.71%.