Lawa - Malpura, Tonk
Lawa is a village situated in the Malpura tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malpura and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Lawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawa is 092587. The village covers a total geographical area of 3836.44 hectares and falls under the 304504 pincode. Malpura is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Lawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lawa
According to the 2011 Census, Lawa village had a total population of 6,799 people, including 3,464 males and 3,335 females, living in 1,319 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.66%, with male literacy at 78.04% and female literacy at 44.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,649, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 482.
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 | 6,799 | 3,464 | 3,335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,009 | 527 | 482 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,649 | 838 | 811 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 482 | 244 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 3,570 | 2,292 | 1,278 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,229 | 1,172 | 2,057 |
Nearby Villages of Lawa
Lawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Samad Pura | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Gordhanpura | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Ganeshpura | North | 3.65 km |
| Bhairunpura | North | 3.73 km |
| Rahim Nagar | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Kateeriya Mand | East | 3.89 km |
| Bor Khandi Kalan | East | 4.87 km |
| Dholi | West | 4.89 km |
| Dhola Ka Khera | West | 5.16 km |
| Gopalpura | North-West | 5.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lawa
Lawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bansthali Niwai, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Malpura to Lawa is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Lawa is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lawa
Where is Lawa located?
Lawa village is located in Malpura Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lawa?
Lawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lawa?
The pincode of Lawa is 304504.
What is the population of Lawa?
Lawa had a total population of 6,799, including 3,464 males and 3,335 females.
How many households are there in Lawa?
Lawa had 1,319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawa was 61.66%. Male literacy was 78.04% and female literacy was 44.79%.