Lonjo

Lonjo is a village located in Sonua subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sonua (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Lonjo village is also a gram panchayat.

Lonjo has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum 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 Lonjo

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lonjo is 376909. The village spans a total geographical area of 1368 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833105. Sonua is nearest town to Lonjo village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Lonjo village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Lonjo

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,892 933 959
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 363 180 183
Scheduled Castes (SC) 166 75 91
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,575 786 789
Literate Population 718 451 267
Illiterate Population 1,174 482 692

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

  • The total population of Lonjo village is around 1,892, including approximately 933 males and 959 females, with a sex ratio of 1027 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 363 children aged 0–6 years in Lonjo village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lonjo village has 166 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,575 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Lonjo village is about 37.95%, with male literacy at 48.34% and female literacy at 27.84%.
  • There are around 382 households in Lonjo village.

Connectivity of Lonjo

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lonjo. As per the 2011 stats, Lonjo had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Lonjo

Knowing the nearby villages of Lonjo helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lonjo.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lonjo

Where is Lonjo located?
Lonjo village is situated in Sonua Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lonjo?
Lonjo serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Lonjo?
The pincode of Lonjo is 833105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lonjo as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lonjo is 1,892, with 933 males and 959 females.
How many households are there in Lonjo as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lonjo village has a total of 382 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lonjo as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lonjo is 37.95%. The male literacy rate is 48.34%, while the female literacy rate is 27.84%.