Lava - Ghazipur
Lava is a village situated in the Ghazipur tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Ghazipur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Lava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lava is 204931. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.17 hectares and falls under the 233303 pincode. Jangipur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Lava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jangipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lava
As per Census 2011, Lava village has a total population of 2,314 people, consisting of 1,217 males and 1,097 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 357 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,604 literate and 710 illiterate residents. Additionally, 617 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,314 | 1,217 | 1,097 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 174 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 617 | 311 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 1,604 | 938 | 666 |
| Illiterate Population | 710 | 279 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Lava
Lava 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Muswas | South-West | 0.81 km |
| Araji Baglawa | South-East | 0.83 km |
| Aripur | North-East | 0.95 km |
| Chataipara | East | 1.04 km |
| Subhakhar Pur | South | 1.11 km |
| Pilkuan | West | 1.27 km |
| Narangpur | North | 1.53 km |
| Raipur | East | 1.55 km |
| Sathipur | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Chak Ajam | South-East | 1.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lava
Lava is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shahbaz Kuli, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.9 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jangipur to Lava is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Lava is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Lava
Where is Lava located?
Lava village is located in Ghazipur Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lava?
Lava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lava?
The pincode of Lava is 233303.
What is the population of Lava?
Lava has a total population of 2,314, including 1,217 males and 1,097 females.
How many households are there in Lava?
There are 327 households in Lava.
What is the literacy rate in Lava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lava is 69.32%. Male literacy is 77.07% and female literacy is 60.71%.