Lavani - Sendhwa, Barwani
Lavani is a village situated in the Sendhwa tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sendhwa and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Lawani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lavani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lavani is 478578. The village covers a total geographical area of 1207.58 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lavani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lavani
As per Census 2011, Lavani village has a total population of 3,519 people, consisting of 1,747 males and 1,772 females. The village has 555 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 717 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,032 literate and 2,487 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,287 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lavani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,519 | 1,747 | 1,772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 717 | 361 | 356 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 92 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,287 | 1,640 | 1,647 |
| Literate Population | 1,032 | 561 | 471 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,487 | 1,186 | 1,301 |
Nearby Villages of Lavani
Lavani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Madgaon | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Jamli | East | 3.56 km |
| Kalalda | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Bakee Urf Goi | South | 4.31 km |
| Temla(panwa) | North-East | 4.66 km |
| Semalya | South-West | 4.79 km |
| Salikalan | East | 5.08 km |
| Mandwadi | North | 5.66 km |
| Wanihar | South | 5.85 km |
| Jhopali | North-West | 6.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lavani
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Lavani. The nearest railway station is Sindkheda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sendhwa to Lavani is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Lavani 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 Lavani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lavani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lavani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lavani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lavani
Where is Lavani located?
Lavani village is located in Sendhwa Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lavani?
The Gram Panchayat of Lavani is Lawani.
What is the pincode of Lavani?
The pincode of Lavani is 451666.
What is the population of Lavani?
Lavani has a total population of 3,519, including 1,747 males and 1,772 females.
How many households are there in Lavani?
There are 555 households in Lavani.
What is the literacy rate in Lavani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lavani is 29.33%. Male literacy is 32.11% and female literacy is 26.58%.