Laganwa
Laganwa is a village located in Barkatha subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Barhi (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Shiladih is the gram panchayat of Laganwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Laganwa unique in its vibrant Barkatha-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Laganwa’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 Laganwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Laganwa is 368330. The village spans a total geographical area of 246.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825323. Barkatha is nearest town to Laganwa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Laganwa
Population of Laganwa
According to the 2011 Census, Laganwa has a total population of about 1,036, with approximately 486 males and 550 females. The sex ratio is around 1131 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 222 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 213 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 173. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.06%, with male literacy at about 64.40% and female literacy near 39.27%. There are around 189 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Laganwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,036 | 486 | 550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 109 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 86 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 84 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 313 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 507 | 173 | 334 |
Connectivity of Laganwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Laganwa. As per the 2011 stats, Laganwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Laganwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Laganwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Laganwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Laganwa
- Where is Laganwa located?
- Laganwa village is situated in Barkatha Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Laganwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Laganwa is Shiladih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Laganwa?
- The pincode of Laganwa is 825323, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Laganwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Laganwa is 1,036, with 486 males and 550 females.
- How many households are there in Laganwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Laganwa village has a total of 189 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Laganwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Laganwa is 51.06%. The male literacy rate is 64.40%, while the female literacy rate is 39.27%.