Lawahind - Shopian
Lawahind is a village situated in the Shopian tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from Shopian and around 2 km from Shopian. G.p.arsh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lawahind village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawahind is 003431. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.1 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Lawahind village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wachi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lawahind
According to the 2011 Census, Lawahind village had a total population of 338 people, including 174 males and 164 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.54%, with male literacy at 76.32% and female literacy at 54.17%.
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 | 338 | 174 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 116 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 58 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Lawahind
Lawahind 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 Lawahind
Lawahind is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shopiyan to Lawahind is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Lawahind is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawahind
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawahind 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 Lawahind
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawahind 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lawahind
Where is Lawahind located?
Lawahind village is located in Shopian Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lawahind?
The Gram Panchayat of Lawahind is G.p.arsh.
What is the pincode of Lawahind?
The pincode of Lawahind is 192303.
What is the population of Lawahind?
Lawahind had a total population of 338, including 174 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Lawahind?
Lawahind had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lawahind?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawahind was 65.54%. Male literacy was 76.32% and female literacy was 54.17%.