Lauki - Shirpur, Dhule
Lauki is a village situated in the Shirpur tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirpur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Lauki village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lauki is 526006. The village covers a total geographical area of 2049.19 hectares and falls under the 425405 pincode. Shirpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Lauki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lauki
According to the 2011 Census, Lauki village had a total population of 1,986 people, including 1,006 males and 980 females, living in 349 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.47%, with male literacy at 73.60% and female literacy at 53.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 236, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 786.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Lauki
Lauki 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 Lauki
Lauki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shirpur to Lauki is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Lauki is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lauki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lauki 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 Lauki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lauki 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lauki
Where is Lauki located?
Lauki village is located in Shirpur Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Lauki?
Lauki is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lauki?
The pincode of Lauki is 425405.
What is the population of Lauki?
Lauki had a total population of 1,986, including 1,006 males and 980 females.
How many households are there in Lauki?
Lauki had 349 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lauki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lauki was 63.47%. Male literacy was 73.60% and female literacy was 53.36%.