Lauria - Gawan, Giridih
Lauria is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Jamdar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lauria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lauria is 350236. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.1 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Lauria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lauria
According to the 2011 Census, Lauria village had a total population of 422 people, including 200 males and 222 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,110 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.89%, with male literacy at 49.67% and female literacy at 27.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 354.
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 | 422 | 200 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 354 | 164 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 75 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 125 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Lauria
Lauria 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 Lauria
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Lauria. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lauria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Lauria is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lauria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lauria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lauria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lauria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lauria
Where is Lauria located?
Lauria village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lauria?
The Gram Panchayat of Lauria is Jamdar.
What is the pincode of Lauria?
The pincode of Lauria is 825412.
What is the population of Lauria?
Lauria had a total population of 422, including 200 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Lauria?
Lauria had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lauria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lauria was 37.89%. Male literacy was 49.67% and female literacy was 27.49%.