Lon Bk. - Amalner, Jalgaon
Lon Bk. is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Lon Bk serves as the Village Panchayat for Lon Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lon Bk. is 527520. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.97 hectares and falls under the 425401 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Amalner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lon Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Lon Bk. village had a total population of 980 people, including 506 males and 474 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.34%, with male literacy at 92.79% and female literacy at 79.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 132.
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 | 980 | 506 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 62 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 78 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 752 | 412 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 94 | 134 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lon Kh. | North | 0.99 km |
| Talwade | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Wavade | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Lonpancham | North | 2.88 km |
| Lon Sim | West | 3.03 km |
| Lon Charam | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Shirsale Bk. | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Bharvas | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Zadi | East | 4.04 km |
| Sabgavhan | North-East | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lon Bk.
Lon Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Padse, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.4 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 Amalner to Lon Bk. is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Lon Bk. is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lon Bk.
Where is Lon Bk. located?
Lon Bk. village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Lon Bk.?
The Village Panchayat of Lon Bk. is Lon Bk.
What is the pincode of Lon Bk.?
The pincode of Lon Bk. is 425401.
What is the population of Lon Bk.?
Lon Bk. had a total population of 980, including 506 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Lon Bk.?
Lon Bk. had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lon Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lon Bk. was 86.34%. Male literacy was 92.79% and female literacy was 79.63%.