Lauki Shiras - Yevla, Nashik
Lauki Shiras is a village situated in the Yevla tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yevla and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Lauki Shiras village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lauki Shiras is 551418. The village covers a total geographical area of 534 hectares and falls under the 423401 pincode. Manmad is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Lauki Shiras village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yevla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lauki Shiras
As per Census 2011, Lauki Shiras village has a total population of 1,491 people, consisting of 769 males and 722 females. The village has 326 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,049 literate and 442 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lauki Shiras are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,491 | 769 | 722 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 105 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 590 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 442 | 179 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Lauki Shiras
Lauki Shiras 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Valadgaon | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Shirasgaon Lauki | South | 2.64 km |
| Shiwapur | West | 2.70 km |
| Nilkhede | North | 2.75 km |
| Somthan Desh | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Dahegaon Patoda | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Maralgoi Kh. | West | 4.32 km |
| Pachore Bk. | West | 4.38 km |
| Murami | North-East | 4.57 km |
| Adgaon Repal | North-East | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lauki Shiras
Lauki Shiras is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Summit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manmad to Lauki Shiras is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Lauki Shiras 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 Lauki Shiras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lauki Shiras village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lauki Shiras
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 Shiras village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lauki Shiras
Where is Lauki Shiras located?
Lauki Shiras village is located in Yevla Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lauki Shiras?
Lauki Shiras is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lauki Shiras?
The pincode of Lauki Shiras is 423401.
What is the population of Lauki Shiras?
Lauki Shiras has a total population of 1,491, including 769 males and 722 females.
How many households are there in Lauki Shiras?
There are 326 households in Lauki Shiras.
What is the literacy rate in Lauki Shiras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lauki Shiras is 70.36%. Male literacy is 76.72% and female literacy is 63.57%.