Lon Bk. - Vasmath, Hingoli
Lon Bk. is a village situated in the Vasmath tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Basmath and around 62 km from Hingoli. Loan(b) serves as the Village Panchayat for Lon Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lon Bk. is 546385. The village covers a total geographical area of 654.52 hectares and falls under the 431512 pincode. Basmath is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lon 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 Basmath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lon Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Lon Bk. village had a total population of 1,598 people, including 815 males and 783 females, living in 330 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.01%, with male literacy at 82.89% and female literacy at 62.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 262, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,598 | 815 | 783 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 102 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 134 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,017 | 591 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 224 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Lon Bk.
Lon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Renkapur | North | 1.78 km |
| Lahan | East | 2.42 km |
| Lon Kh. | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Avhai | West | 3.22 km |
| Pimpala Choure | North-East | 3.70 km |
| Mudi | North | 3.87 km |
| Bagdad | North | 3.90 km |
| Hayatnagar | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Babhulgaon | North-East | 4.90 km |
| Wakhari | East | 5.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lon Bk.
Public transport in the Lon Bk. is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Marsul, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basmath to Lon Bk. is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Lon Bk. is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lon Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lon Bk. 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 Lon 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 Lon Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lon Bk.
Where is Lon Bk. located?
Lon Bk. village is located in Vasmath Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Lon Bk.?
The Village Panchayat of Lon Bk. is Loan(b).
What is the pincode of Lon Bk.?
The pincode of Lon Bk. is 431512.
What is the population of Lon Bk.?
Lon Bk. had a total population of 1,598, including 815 males and 783 females.
How many households are there in Lon Bk.?
Lon Bk. had 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lon Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lon Bk. was 73.01%. Male literacy was 82.89% and female literacy was 62.65%.