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.

Lauh has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Lauh

Below is a concise population overview of Lauh as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lauh village:

  • The total population of Lauh village is around 4,221, including approximately 2,204 males and 2,017 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 568 children aged 0–6 years in Lauh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lauh village has 649 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Lauh village is about 63.68%, with male literacy at 73.96% and female literacy at 52.45%.
  • There are around 591 households in Lauh village.

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.

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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%.