Lawakera - Farsabahar, Jashpur
Lawakera is a village situated in the Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Farsabahar and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Lawakera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawakera is 434231. The village covers a total geographical area of 1662.96 hectares and falls under the 496245 pincode. Farsabahar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Lawakera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lawakera
According to the 2011 Census, Lawakera village had a total population of 3,129 people, including 1,547 males and 1,582 females, living in 785 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.27%, with male literacy at 78.85% and female literacy at 57.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 212, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,479.
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 | 3,129 | 1,547 | 1,582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 204 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 103 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,479 | 725 | 754 |
| Literate Population | 1,859 | 1,059 | 800 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,270 | 488 | 782 |
Nearby Villages of Lawakera
Lawakera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharibahar | West | 2.94 km |
| Bansajhal | North | 3.14 km |
| Masangamara | West | 3.36 km |
| Telijore | South | 3.89 km |
| Samdama | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Golidih | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Khampur | East | 4.28 km |
| Bardih | West | 4.33 km |
| Korchikani | North-East | 4.37 km |
| Sahilata | North | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lawakera
Lawakera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.4 km.
| 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 Farsabahar to Lawakera is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Lawakera is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawakera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawakera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lawakera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawakera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lawakera
Where is Lawakera located?
Lawakera village is located in Farsabahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lawakera?
Lawakera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lawakera?
The pincode of Lawakera is 496245.
What is the population of Lawakera?
Lawakera had a total population of 3,129, including 1,547 males and 1,582 females.
How many households are there in Lawakera?
Lawakera had 785 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lawakera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawakera was 68.27%. Male literacy was 78.85% and female literacy was 57.97%.