Lawada - Tumsar, Bhandara
Lawada is a village situated in the Tumsar tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumsar and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Lendezari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lawada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawada is 536678. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 441912 pincode. Tumsar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Lawada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lawada
As per Census 2011, Lawada village has a total population of 437 people, consisting of 206 males and 231 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,121 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 346 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 391 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lawada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 437 | 206 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 391 | 180 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 167 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 39 | 52 |
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
Lawada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lawada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tumsar to Lawada is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Lawada is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lawada
Where is Lawada located?
Lawada village is located in Tumsar Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lawada?
The Gram Panchayat of Lawada is Lendezari.
What is the pincode of Lawada?
The pincode of Lawada is 441912.
What is the population of Lawada?
Lawada has a total population of 437, including 206 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Lawada?
There are 82 households in Lawada.
What is the literacy rate in Lawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawada is 79.18%. Male literacy is 81.07% and female literacy is 77.49%.