Loni Bk. - Vaijapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Loni Bk. is a village situated in the Vaijapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Vaijapur and around 65 km from Aurangabad. Loni Bk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loni Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loni Bk. is 549096. The village covers a total geographical area of 1380.94 hectares and falls under the 431116 pincode. Vaijapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Loni Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loni Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Loni Bk. village had a total population of 1,704 people, including 838 males and 866 females, living in 376 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.80%, with male literacy at 84.98% and female literacy at 63.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 274, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 175.
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 | 1,704 | 838 | 866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 139 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 131 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 81 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 1,062 | 594 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 642 | 244 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Loni Bk.
Loni Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sawandgaon | South-East | 3.36 km |
| Aghur | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Jarul | West | 3.67 km |
| Panghavan | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Makarmatpur | South | 4.55 km |
| Khandala | North | 6.04 km |
| Tidhi | South | 6.05 km |
| Bhingi | North-East | 6.36 km |
| Rotegaon | West | 6.54 km |
| Mirakhnagar | East | 7.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Loni Bk.
Loni Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rotegaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vaijapur to Loni Bk. is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Loni Bk. is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loni Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loni Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Loni Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loni Bk. 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Loni Bk.
Where is Loni Bk. located?
Loni Bk. village is located in Vaijapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loni Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Loni Bk. is Loni Bk.
What is the pincode of Loni Bk.?
The pincode of Loni Bk. is 431116.
What is the population of Loni Bk.?
Loni Bk. had a total population of 1,704, including 838 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Loni Bk.?
Loni Bk. had 376 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loni Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loni Bk. was 73.80%. Male literacy was 84.98% and female literacy was 63.24%.