Lauki
Lauki is a village located in Shirpur tehsil of Dhule district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Shirpur (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Dhule. As per 2009 stats, Lauki village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lauki unique in its vibrant Shirpur-Dhule region. You’ll see Lauki’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lauki
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lauki is 526006. The village spans a total geographical area of 2049.19 hectares. Shirpur is nearest town to Lauki village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Lauki
Population of Lauki
According to the 2011 Census, Lauki has a total population of about 1,986, with approximately 1,006 males and 980 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 264 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 236 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 786. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.04%, with male literacy at about 62.92% and female literacy near 46.94%. There are around 349 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lauki's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,986 | 1,006 | 980 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 146 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 129 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 786 | 400 | 386 |
| Literate Population | 1,093 | 633 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 373 | 520 |
Connectivity of Lauki
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lauki. As per the 2011 stats, Lauki had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lauki
Knowing the nearby villages of Lauki helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lauki.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lauki
- Where is Lauki located?
- Lauki village is situated in Shirpur Tehsil, within the Dhule district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lauki?
- Lauki serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Lauki as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lauki is 1,986, with 1,006 males and 980 females.
- How many households are there in Lauki as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lauki village has a total of 349 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lauki as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lauki is 55.04%. The male literacy rate is 62.92%, while the female literacy rate is 46.94%.