Lawaran - Sekhala, Jodhpur
Lawaran is a village situated in the Sekhala tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 65 km from Shergarh and around 125 km from Jodhpur. Lawaran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawaran is 085191. The village covers a total geographical area of 789 hectares and falls under the 342025 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Lawaran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lawaran
According to the 2011 Census, Lawaran village had a total population of 876 people, including 435 males and 441 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.39%, with male literacy at 75.22% and female literacy at 43.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 431.
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 | 876 | 435 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 96 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 192 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 255 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 180 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Lawaran
Lawaran is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Lawaran
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lawaran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jodhpur to Lawaran is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawaran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawaran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lawaran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawaran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lawaran
Where is Lawaran located?
Lawaran village is located in Sekhala Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lawaran?
Lawaran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lawaran?
The pincode of Lawaran is 342025.
What is the population of Lawaran?
Lawaran had a total population of 876, including 435 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Lawaran?
Lawaran had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lawaran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawaran was 59.39%. Male literacy was 75.22% and female literacy was 43.97%.