Lauri - Mau, Chitrakoot
Lauri is a village situated in the Mau tehsil of Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mau and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chitrakoot. Lauri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lauri is 156003. The village covers a total geographical area of 2547 hectares and falls under the 210209 pincode.
Lauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manikpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lauri
As per Census 2011, Lauri village has a total population of 4,918 people, consisting of 2,635 males and 2,283 females. The village has 841 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 925 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,415 literate and 2,503 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lauri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,918 | 2,635 | 2,283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 925 | 489 | 436 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,239 | 1,188 | 1,051 |
| Literate Population | 2,415 | 1,523 | 892 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,503 | 1,112 | 1,391 |
Nearby Villages of Lauri
Lauri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nevra | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Devra | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Khor | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Khandokhar | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Itwan | West | 4.34 km |
| Rohiniya | North | 4.36 km |
| Khamhariya | North-East | 4.38 km |
| Nigdha | North | 5.03 km |
| Bhawanipur | North | 5.08 km |
| Khandevra | North | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lauri
Lauri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dabhaura, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chitrakoot to Lauri is about 48 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 Lauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lauri 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 Lauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lauri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lauri
Where is Lauri located?
Lauri village is located in Mau Tehsil, Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lauri?
Lauri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lauri?
The pincode of Lauri is 210209.
What is the population of Lauri?
Lauri has a total population of 4,918, including 2,635 males and 2,283 females.
How many households are there in Lauri?
There are 841 households in Lauri.
What is the literacy rate in Lauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lauri is 49.11%. Male literacy is 57.80% and female literacy is 39.07%.