Lau
Lau is a village located in Rajpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Lau village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lau unique in its vibrant Rajpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Lau’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lau
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lau is 433269. The village spans a total geographical area of 1974.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497118. Rajpur is nearest town to Lau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Lau
Population of Lau
According to the 2011 Census, Lau has a total population of about 2,573, with approximately 1,279 males and 1,294 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 464 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,253. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.88%, with male literacy at about 41.59% and female literacy near 32.23%. There are around 567 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lau's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,573 | 1,279 | 1,294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 464 | 261 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,253 | 1,114 | 1,139 |
| Literate Population | 949 | 532 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,624 | 747 | 877 |
Connectivity of Lau
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lau. As per the 2011 stats, Lau had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lau
Knowing the nearby villages of Lau helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lau.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lau
- Where is Lau located?
- Lau village is situated in Rajpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lau?
- Lau serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Lau?
- The pincode of Lau is 497118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lau as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lau is 2,573, with 1,279 males and 1,294 females.
- How many households are there in Lau as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lau village has a total of 567 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lau as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lau is 36.88%. The male literacy rate is 41.59%, while the female literacy rate is 32.23%.