Lonighat - Beed
Lonighat is a village situated in the Beed tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from Bid and around 50 km from Bid. Lonighat village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lonighat is 559647. The village covers a total geographical area of 1641 hectares and falls under the 431126 pincode. Bid is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Lonighat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lonighat
According to the 2011 Census, Lonighat village had a total population of 1,664 people, including 888 males and 776 females, living in 389 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.70%, with male literacy at 87.08% and female literacy at 67.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,664 | 888 | 776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 106 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 62 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,160 | 681 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 207 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Lonighat
Lonighat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadhavana | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Lanjeshwar | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Golangri | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Malewadi | East | 4.11 km |
| Ruigavhan | South-East | 4.33 km |
| Pachangri | North-West | 4.63 km |
| Borkhed | North | 5.02 km |
| Manzari Ghat | West | 5.79 km |
| Nipani | South-West | 5.80 km |
| Andrud | South | 6.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lonighat
Public transport in the Lonighat is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kuslamb, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bid to Lonighat is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lonighat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lonighat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lonighat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lonighat 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 Lonighat
Where is Lonighat located?
Lonighat village is located in Beed Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Lonighat?
Lonighat is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lonighat?
The pincode of Lonighat is 431126.
What is the population of Lonighat?
Lonighat had a total population of 1,664, including 888 males and 776 females.
How many households are there in Lonighat?
Lonighat had 389 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lonighat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lonighat was 77.70%. Male literacy was 87.08% and female literacy was 67.37%.