Lawamauha (Lawamauta) - Pithora, Mahasamund
Lawamauha (Lawamauta) is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Saisraipali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lawamauha (Lawamauta) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawamauha (Lawamauta) is 446417. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.35 hectares and falls under the 493555 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Lawamauha (Lawamauta) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lawamauha (Lawamauta)
As per Census 2011, Lawamauha (Lawamauta) village has a total population of 335 people, consisting of 153 males and 182 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,189 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 204 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 174 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lawamauha (Lawamauta) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 335 | 153 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 14 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 80 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 103 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 50 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Lawamauha (Lawamauta)
Lawamauha (Lawamauta) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhapimauha (jhapimauta) | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Saisaraipali | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Deotarai | North | 1.34 km |
| Kotgarh | East | 1.90 km |
| Barekel | South | 1.91 km |
| Bhaskarapali | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Patharla | West | 2.75 km |
| Jogidadar | North | 2.99 km |
| Jhar Muda | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Tarekela Urf Bawalighutkuri | East | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lawamauha (Lawamauta)
Lawamauha (Lawamauta) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bagbahra, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.5 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 Bagbahara to Lawamauha (Lawamauta) is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Lawamauha (Lawamauta) is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawamauha (Lawamauta)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawamauha (Lawamauta) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lawamauha (Lawamauta)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawamauha (Lawamauta) 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lawamauha (Lawamauta)
Where is Lawamauha (Lawamauta) located?
Lawamauha (Lawamauta) village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lawamauha (Lawamauta)?
The Gram Panchayat of Lawamauha (Lawamauta) is Saisraipali.
What is the pincode of Lawamauha (Lawamauta)?
The pincode of Lawamauha (Lawamauta) is 493555.
What is the population of Lawamauha (Lawamauta)?
Lawamauha (Lawamauta) has a total population of 335, including 153 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Lawamauha (Lawamauta)?
There are 108 households in Lawamauha (Lawamauta).
What is the literacy rate in Lawamauha (Lawamauta)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawamauha (Lawamauta) is 60.90%. Male literacy is 67.32% and female literacy is 55.49%.