Laghawatola Village - Lormi, Mungeli
Laghawatola is a village situated in the Lormi tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from Lormi and around 75 km from Bilaspur. Patharri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laghawatola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laghawatola is 437678. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.8 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Lormi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Laghawatola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laghawatola
As per Census 2011, Laghawatola village has a total population of 954 people, consisting of 483 males and 471 females. The village has 246 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 510 literate and 444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 621 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laghawatola are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 954 | 483 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 102 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 621 | 320 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 317 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 166 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Laghawatola
Laghawatola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raitra Khurd | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Patharri | North | 1.18 km |
| Amaldihi | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Junapani | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Godkhamhi | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Patharra | West | 1.92 km |
| Bodtara Kalan | South | 2.36 km |
| Gadatola | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Hardi | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Charnitola | West | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laghawatola
Laghawatola 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 Salkaroad, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.5 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 Lormi to Laghawatola is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Laghawatola is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laghawatola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laghawatola 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 Laghawatola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laghawatola 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Laghawatola
Where is Laghawatola located?
Laghawatola village is located in Lormi Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laghawatola?
The Gram Panchayat of Laghawatola is Patharri.
What is the pincode of Laghawatola?
The pincode of Laghawatola is 495115.
What is the population of Laghawatola?
Laghawatola has a total population of 954, including 483 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Laghawatola?
There are 246 households in Laghawatola.
What is the literacy rate in Laghawatola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laghawatola is 53.46%. Male literacy is 65.63% and female literacy is 40.98%.