Lawan Village - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Lawan is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Lawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawan is 086296. The village covers a total geographical area of 6555.64 hectares and falls under the 345021 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Lawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pokaran Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lawan
As per Census 2011, Lawan village has a total population of 3,456 people, consisting of 1,798 males and 1,658 females. The village has 549 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 676 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,583 literate and 1,873 illiterate residents. Additionally, 684 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 542 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lawan are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,456 | 1,798 | 1,658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 676 | 362 | 314 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 684 | 338 | 346 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 542 | 301 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 1,583 | 1,034 | 549 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,873 | 764 | 1,109 |
Nearby Villages of Lawan
Lawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Satasar | North-East | 4.08 km |
| Rayad | North-West | 5.72 km |
| Dediya | North-East | 6.15 km |
| Dhoorsar | South-West | 6.96 km |
| Purohitsar | North | 6.99 km |
| Jalpuri | South | 7.39 km |
| Lalpura | South-East | 7.80 km |
| Khera Bagoriya | East | 9.10 km |
| Sadulpura | South-East | 9.19 km |
| Morani | North-West | 9.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lawan
Public transport in the Lawan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pokran, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Lawan is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Lawan is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Lawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lawan
Where is Lawan located?
Lawan village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lawan?
Lawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lawan?
The pincode of Lawan is 345021.
What is the population of Lawan?
Lawan has a total population of 3,456, including 1,798 males and 1,658 females.
How many households are there in Lawan?
There are 549 households in Lawan.
What is the literacy rate in Lawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawan is 45.80%. Male literacy is 57.51% and female literacy is 33.11%.