Lawania - Tamkuhi Raj, Kushinagar
Lawania is a village situated in the Tamkuhi Raj tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamkuhi Raj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Lawania village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawania is 189582. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.59 hectares and falls under the 274407 pincode.
Lawania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tamkuhi raj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Deoria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lawania
As per Census 2011, Lawania village has a total population of 1,771 people, consisting of 921 males and 850 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,030 literate and 741 illiterate residents. Additionally, 315 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lawania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,771 | 921 | 850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 163 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 163 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,030 | 635 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 741 | 286 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Lawania
Lawania 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koyar Patti | South-East | 0.72 km |
| Naugawan | North-East | 1.08 km |
| Karimchak | East | 1.10 km |
| Mehadiya Bugurg | West | 1.16 km |
| Dumar Bhar | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Padari Tilakrai | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Majhaua | South | 1.44 km |
| Bharapatia | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Bagahi | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Pagara Parari | North | 2.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lawania
Lawania is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tamkuhi Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kushinagar to Lawania is about 50 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 Lawania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lawania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lawania
Where is Lawania located?
Lawania village is located in Tamkuhi Raj Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lawania?
Lawania is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lawania?
The pincode of Lawania is 274407.
What is the population of Lawania?
Lawania has a total population of 1,771, including 921 males and 850 females.
How many households are there in Lawania?
There are 265 households in Lawania.
What is the literacy rate in Lawania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawania is 58.16%. Male literacy is 68.95% and female literacy is 46.47%.