Lawang
Lawang is a village located in Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Malshiras (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Lawang village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lawang unique in its vibrant Malshiras-Solapur region. You’ll see Lawang’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 Lawang
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lawang is 562474. The village spans a total geographical area of 1588.02 hectares. Pandharpur is nearest town to Lawang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Lawang village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Madha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lawang
Population of Lawang
According to the 2011 Census, Lawang has a total population of about 5,252, with approximately 2,730 males and 2,522 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 664 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,295 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 74. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.51%, with male literacy at about 72.67% and female literacy near 59.83%. There are around 1,094 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lawang's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,252 | 2,730 | 2,522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 664 | 354 | 310 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,295 | 674 | 621 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 3,493 | 1,984 | 1,509 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,759 | 746 | 1,013 |
Connectivity of Lawang
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lawang. As per the 2011 stats, Lawang 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lawang
Knowing the nearby villages of Lawang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lawang.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lawang
- Where is Lawang located?
- Lawang village is situated in Malshiras Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lawang?
- Lawang serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Lawang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lawang is 5,252, with 2,730 males and 2,522 females.
- How many households are there in Lawang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lawang village has a total of 1,094 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lawang as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lawang is 66.51%. The male literacy rate is 72.67%, while the female literacy rate is 59.83%.