Lawara - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Lawara is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Lawara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawara is 507624. The village covers a total geographical area of 1624.77 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Lawara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lawara
As per Census 2011, Lawara village has a total population of 3,286 people, consisting of 1,725 males and 1,561 females. The village has 472 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 654 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,307 literate and 1,979 illiterate residents. Additionally, 583 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 287 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lawara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,286 | 1,725 | 1,561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 654 | 354 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 583 | 306 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 154 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 1,307 | 912 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,979 | 813 | 1,166 |
Nearby Villages of Lawara
Lawara 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 Lawara
Public transport in the Lawara is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dhanera to Lawara is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Lawara is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lawara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lawara
Where is Lawara located?
Lawara village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lawara?
Lawara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lawara?
The pincode of Lawara is 385310.
What is the population of Lawara?
Lawara has a total population of 3,286, including 1,725 males and 1,561 females.
How many households are there in Lawara?
There are 472 households in Lawara.
What is the literacy rate in Lawara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawara is 39.77%. Male literacy is 52.87% and female literacy is 25.30%.