Lagwa - Sarath, Deoghar
Lagwa is a village situated in the Sarath subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarath and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Devghar. Lagwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lagwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lagwa is 355106. The village covers a total geographical area of 221 hectares and falls under the 815355 pincode. Jamtara is the nearest town.
Lagwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lagwa
As per Census 2011, Lagwa village has a total population of 1,040 people, consisting of 543 males and 497 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 621 literate and 419 illiterate residents. Additionally, 207 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 188 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lagwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,040 | 543 | 497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 76 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 110 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 96 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 621 | 383 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 160 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Lagwa
Lagwa 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 Lagwa
Lagwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Devghar to Lagwa is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lagwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lagwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lagwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lagwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lagwa
Where is Lagwa located?
Lagwa village is located in Sarath Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lagwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Lagwa is Lagwan.
What is the pincode of Lagwa?
The pincode of Lagwa is 815355.
What is the population of Lagwa?
Lagwa has a total population of 1,040, including 543 males and 497 females.
How many households are there in Lagwa?
There are 160 households in Lagwa.
What is the literacy rate in Lagwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lagwa is 59.71%. Male literacy is 70.53% and female literacy is 47.89%.