Lonar Dhote - Warora, Chandrapur
Lonar Dhote is a village situated in the Warora tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Warora and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Sumthana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lonar Dhote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lonar Dhote is 540233. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.84 hectares and falls under the 442907 pincode. Warora is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Lonar Dhote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lonar Dhote
As per Census 2011, Lonar Dhote village has a total population of 536 people, consisting of 260 males and 276 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 408 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 150 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lonar Dhote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 536 | 260 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 24 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 71 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 230 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 30 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Lonar Dhote
Lonar Dhote 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sumthana | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Mandavgurhad | West | 1.62 km |
| Borgaon Shiwanfal | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Pandhartala | South | 2.57 km |
| Kem | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Chak Kawadapur | North | 2.87 km |
| Kawadapur Mokasa | North | 3.22 km |
| Tadgavhan | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Warar Makta | East | 3.68 km |
| Aalfar Satara | North-East | 3.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lonar Dhote
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Lonar Dhote. The nearest railway station is Chikni Road, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Warora to Lonar Dhote is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Lonar Dhote is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lonar Dhote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lonar Dhote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lonar Dhote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lonar Dhote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lonar Dhote
Where is Lonar Dhote located?
Lonar Dhote village is located in Warora Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lonar Dhote?
The Gram Panchayat of Lonar Dhote is Sumthana.
What is the pincode of Lonar Dhote?
The pincode of Lonar Dhote is 442907.
What is the population of Lonar Dhote?
Lonar Dhote has a total population of 536, including 260 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Lonar Dhote?
There are 138 households in Lonar Dhote.
What is the literacy rate in Lonar Dhote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lonar Dhote is 76.12%. Male literacy is 88.46% and female literacy is 64.49%.