Lawang - Malshiras, Solapur
Lawang is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Lawang village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawang is 562474. The village covers a total geographical area of 1588.02 hectares and falls under the 413112 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Lawang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lawang
As per Census 2011, Lawang village has a total population of 5,252 people, consisting of 2,730 males and 2,522 females. The village has 1,094 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 664 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,493 literate and 1,759 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,295 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lawang are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Lawang
Lawang 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karole | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Ganeshgaon | North | 3.28 km |
| Tambave | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Wagholi | North-East | 3.79 km |
| Mahalung | South-West | 4.67 km |
| Mire | South-East | 5.02 km |
| Ozare | North-West | 5.43 km |
| Savatgavhan | West | 5.91 km |
| Sangam | North | 6.00 km |
| Babhulgaon | North-East | 6.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lawang
Lawang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Modnimb, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Lawang is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Lawang is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lawang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lawang
Where is Lawang located?
Lawang village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lawang?
Lawang is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lawang?
The pincode of Lawang is 413112.
What is the population of Lawang?
Lawang has a total population of 5,252, including 2,730 males and 2,522 females.
How many households are there in Lawang?
There are 1,094 households in Lawang.
What is the literacy rate in Lawang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawang is 66.51%. Male literacy is 72.67% and female literacy is 59.83%.