Lonara - Khargone, Khargone (West Nimar)
Lonara is a village situated in the Khargone tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Khargone, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Lonara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lonara is 477523. The village covers a total geographical area of 405.15 hectares and falls under the 451442 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Lonara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khargone Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Lonara
As per Census 2011, Lonara village has a total population of 4,349 people, consisting of 2,214 males and 2,135 females. The village has 955 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 419 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,711 literate and 1,638 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 718 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lonara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,349 | 2,214 | 2,135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 419 | 214 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 77 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 718 | 387 | 331 |
| Literate Population | 2,711 | 1,575 | 1,136 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,638 | 639 | 999 |
Nearby Villages of Lonara
Lonara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Lonara
Public transport in the Lonara is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khargone to Lonara is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lonara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lonara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lonara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lonara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lonara
Where is Lonara located?
Lonara village is located in Khargone Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lonara?
Lonara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lonara?
The pincode of Lonara is 451442.
What is the population of Lonara?
Lonara has a total population of 4,349, including 2,214 males and 2,135 females.
How many households are there in Lonara?
There are 955 households in Lonara.
What is the literacy rate in Lonara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lonara is 62.34%. Male literacy is 71.14% and female literacy is 53.21%.