Lawan - Gormi, Bhind
Lawan is a village situated in the Gormi tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gormi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Lawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawan is 453239. The village covers a total geographical area of 1105.69 hectares and falls under the 477660 pincode. Gormi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Lawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lawan
As per Census 2011, Lawan village has a total population of 4,552 people, consisting of 2,574 males and 1,978 females. The village has 949 households and a sex ratio of 768 females per 1,000 males. There are 700 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,896 literate and 1,656 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,297 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,552 | 2,574 | 1,978 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 700 | 399 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,297 | 713 | 584 |
| Literate Population | 2,896 | 1,878 | 1,018 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,656 | 696 | 960 |
Nearby Villages of Lawan
Lawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Emanpura | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Shreekapura | South | 1.99 km |
| Chandrapura | East | 2.46 km |
| Chapra | North | 2.54 km |
| Manpura | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Shyampura | West | 3.02 km |
| Lalpura | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Vijaygarh | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Jagnnathpura | South | 3.84 km |
| Pipahadi | South-West | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lawan
Lawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sondha Road, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.7 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gormi to Lawan is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Lawan is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lawan
Where is Lawan located?
Lawan village is located in Gormi Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lawan?
Lawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lawan?
The pincode of Lawan is 477660.
What is the population of Lawan?
Lawan has a total population of 4,552, including 2,574 males and 1,978 females.
How many households are there in Lawan?
There are 949 households in Lawan.
What is the literacy rate in Lawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawan is 63.62%. Male literacy is 72.96% and female literacy is 51.47%.