Lawkara - Rasra, Ballia
Lawkara is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Lawkara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawkara is 198439. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.12 hectares and falls under the 221712 pincode.
Lawkara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lawkara
As per Census 2011, Lawkara village has a total population of 1,269 people, consisting of 653 males and 616 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 732 literate and 537 illiterate residents. Additionally, 400 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lawkara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,269 | 653 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 98 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 205 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 732 | 438 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 215 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Lawkara
Lawkara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madava | West | 0.87 km |
| Unai | South-East | 0.89 km |
| Nadhi | South-West | 0.97 km |
| Gourpura | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Parewa | South | 1.24 km |
| Dugai | East | 1.27 km |
| Lohawar | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Bastoura | East | 1.84 km |
| Kotwari | North | 1.88 km |
| Tika Dewari | South-East | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lawkara
Lawkara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sanwara, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.1 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 Ballia to Lawkara is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawkara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawkara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lawkara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawkara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lawkara
Where is Lawkara located?
Lawkara village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lawkara?
Lawkara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lawkara?
The pincode of Lawkara is 221712.
What is the population of Lawkara?
Lawkara has a total population of 1,269, including 653 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Lawkara?
There are 206 households in Lawkara.
What is the literacy rate in Lawkara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawkara is 57.68%. Male literacy is 67.08% and female literacy is 47.73%.