Lauh
Lauh is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Lauh village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lauh unique in its vibrant Machhlishahr-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Lauh’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lauh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lauh is 201248. The village spans a total geographical area of 460.49 hectares. Jaunpur is nearest town to Lauh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Lauh
Population of Lauh
According to the 2011 Census, Lauh has a total population of about 4,221, with approximately 2,204 males and 2,017 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 568 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 649 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.68%, with male literacy at about 73.96% and female literacy near 52.45%. There are around 591 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lauh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,221 | 2,204 | 2,017 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 568 | 307 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 649 | 347 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,688 | 1,630 | 1,058 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,533 | 574 | 959 |
Connectivity of Lauh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lauh. As per the 2011 stats, Lauh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lauh
Knowing the nearby villages of Lauh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lauh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lauh
- Where is Lauh located?
- Lauh village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lauh?
- Lauh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Lauh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lauh is 4,221, with 2,204 males and 2,017 females.
- How many households are there in Lauh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lauh village has a total of 591 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lauh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lauh is 63.68%. The male literacy rate is 73.96%, while the female literacy rate is 52.45%.