Lau - Sultanpur Lodhi, Kapurthala
Lau is a village situated in the Sultanpur Lodhi tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sultanpur Lodhi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Sawal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lau is 029418. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.51 hectares and falls under the 144628 pincode. Sultanpur Lodhi is the nearest town.
Lau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kartarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lau
According to the 2011 Census, Lau village had a total population of 84 people, including 39 males and 45 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,154 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.29%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 67.50%.
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 | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 14 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Lau
Lau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patti Bakarpur | West | 0.96 km |
| Daula | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Khokhar Kadim Jadid | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Masit | East | 1.74 km |
| Shikarpur | East | 1.83 km |
| Aamanipur | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Bidhipur | North | 2.26 km |
| Mira | South | 2.45 km |
| Saraj Jattan | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Haibatpur | South-East | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lau
Lau is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dudwindi, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kapurthala to Lau is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lau 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 Lau
Where is Lau located?
Lau village is located in Sultanpur Lodhi Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lau?
The Gram Panchayat of Lau is Sawal.
What is the pincode of Lau?
The pincode of Lau is 144628.
What is the population of Lau?
Lau had a total population of 84, including 39 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Lau?
Lau had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lau was 74.29%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 67.50%.