Lawani
Lawani is a village located in Khairlanji tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Khairlanji (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Lawani village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lawani unique in its vibrant Khairlanji-Balaghat region. You’ll see Lawani’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 Lawani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lawani is 497528. The village spans a total geographical area of 422.86 hectares. Waraseoni is nearest town to Lawani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
When it comes to local governance, Lawani village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Waraseoni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lawani
Population of Lawani
According to the 2011 Census, Lawani has a total population of about 1,476, with approximately 728 males and 748 females. The sex ratio is around 1027 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 190 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 57 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.56%, with male literacy at about 80.91% and female literacy near 64.44%. There are around 324 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lawani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,476 | 728 | 748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 88 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,071 | 589 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 139 | 266 |
Connectivity of Lawani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lawani. As per the 2011 stats, Lawani 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 Lawani
Knowing the nearby villages of Lawani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lawani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lawani
- Where is Lawani located?
- Lawani village is situated in Khairlanji Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lawani?
- Lawani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Lawani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lawani is 1,476, with 728 males and 748 females.
- How many households are there in Lawani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lawani village has a total of 324 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lawani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lawani is 72.56%. The male literacy rate is 80.91%, while the female literacy rate is 64.44%.