Lawada - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Lawada is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Bhulori serves as the Village Panchayat for Lawada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawada is 531656. The village covers a total geographical area of 298 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Lawada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lawada
According to the 2011 Census, Lawada village had a total population of 273 people, including 132 males and 141 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.27%, with male literacy at 75.47% and female literacy at 65.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 273.
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 | 273 | 132 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 273 | 132 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 52 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Lawada
Lawada 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 Lawada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lawada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Achalpur to Lawada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Lawada is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawada 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 Lawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawada 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 Lawada
Where is Lawada located?
Lawada village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Lawada?
The Village Panchayat of Lawada is Bhulori.
What is the pincode of Lawada?
The pincode of Lawada is 444807.
What is the population of Lawada?
Lawada had a total population of 273, including 132 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Lawada?
Lawada had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawada was 70.27%. Male literacy was 75.47% and female literacy was 65.52%.