Lawahi - Kusmi, Sidhi
Lawahi is a village situated in the Kusmi tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusmi and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Kharbar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lawahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawahi is 503223. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.71 hectares and falls under the 486666 pincode. Majhauli is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Lawahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lawahi
According to the 2011 Census, Lawahi village had a total population of 522 people, including 262 males and 260 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.41%, with male literacy at 70.05% and female literacy at 48.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 217.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 522 | 262 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 55 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 217 | 107 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 145 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 117 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Lawahi
Lawahi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Magara | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Pankhora | North-East | 3.59 km |
| Kota | South-East | 4.09 km |
| Kharwar | North-West | 4.51 km |
| Deomath | South-West | 4.58 km |
| Pipraha | South-East | 5.91 km |
| Gijohar | East | 6.14 km |
| Kanchanpur | North-West | 6.20 km |
| Harraha | South-East | 6.60 km |
| Khairi | East | 6.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lawahi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lawahi. The nearest railway station is Kanchanpur Road, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Majhauli to Lawahi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sidhi to Lawahi is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawahi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lawahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawahi 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 Lawahi
Where is Lawahi located?
Lawahi village is located in Kusmi Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lawahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Lawahi is Kharbar.
What is the pincode of Lawahi?
The pincode of Lawahi is 486666.
What is the population of Lawahi?
Lawahi had a total population of 522, including 262 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Lawahi?
Lawahi had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lawahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawahi was 59.41%. Male literacy was 70.05% and female literacy was 48.22%.