Lamaj
About Lamaj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Lamaj village is 552523. Lamaj village is located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Lamaj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 22 hectares. Lamaj has a total population of 515 peoples, out of which male population is 270 while female population is 245. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 907 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of lamaj village is 78.83% out of which 82.96% males and 74.29% females are literate. There are about 120 houses in lamaj village.
When it comes to administration, Lamaj village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Lamaj village comes under Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency. Bhiwandi is nearest town to lamaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Lamaj
The population details of Lamaj cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 515 | 270 | 245 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 224 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 46 | 63 |
Connectivity of Lamaj
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lamaj
Where is Lamaj located?
Lamaj village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lamaj?
Lamaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Lamaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lamaj is 515, with 270 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Lamaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lamaj village has a total of 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lamaj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lamaj is 78.83%. The male literacy rate is 82.96%, while the female literacy rate is 74.29%.