Lawagara - Herhanj, Latehar
Lawagara is a village situated in the Herhanj subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Herhanj and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Chiru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lawagara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawagara is 367496. The village covers a total geographical area of 527.95 hectares and falls under the 829202 pincode.
Lawagara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lawagara
As per Census 2011, Lawagara village has a total population of 1,276 people, consisting of 653 males and 623 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 543 literate and 733 illiterate residents. Additionally, 418 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 710 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lawagara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,276 | 653 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 140 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 418 | 206 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 710 | 369 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 322 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 733 | 331 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Lawagara
Lawagara 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 Lawagara
Lawagara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Lawagara is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawagara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawagara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lawagara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawagara 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 Lawagara
Where is Lawagara located?
Lawagara village is located in Herhanj Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lawagara?
The Gram Panchayat of Lawagara is Chiru.
What is the pincode of Lawagara?
The pincode of Lawagara is 829202.
What is the population of Lawagara?
Lawagara has a total population of 1,276, including 653 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Lawagara?
There are 226 households in Lawagara.
What is the literacy rate in Lawagara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawagara is 42.55%. Male literacy is 49.31% and female literacy is 35.47%.