Lon Charam - Amalner, Jalgaon
Lon Charam 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. Loncharam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lon Charam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lon Charam is 527516. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.51 hectares and falls under the 425401 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Lon Charam 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 Charam
According to the 2011 Census, Lon Charam village had a total population of 772 people, including 436 males and 336 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 771 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.02%, with male literacy at 84.94% and female literacy at 69.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 772 | 436 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 51 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 38 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 327 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 109 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Lon Charam
Lon Charam 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 Sim | South-West | 1.13 km |
| Bharvas | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Lon Kh. | East | 2.52 km |
| Lon Bk. | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Bodarde | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Wavade | South | 3.34 km |
| Lonpancham | East | 3.39 km |
| Eklahare | North | 3.42 km |
| Padase | North-East | 4.25 km |
| Kalambe | North-West | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lon Charam
Lon Charam 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 59.5 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalner to Lon Charam is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Lon Charam 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 Charam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lon Charam 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 Charam
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 Charam 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lon Charam
Where is Lon Charam located?
Lon Charam village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lon Charam?
The Gram Panchayat of Lon Charam is Loncharam.
What is the pincode of Lon Charam?
The pincode of Lon Charam is 425401.
What is the population of Lon Charam?
Lon Charam had a total population of 772, including 436 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Lon Charam?
Lon Charam had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lon Charam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lon Charam was 78.02%. Male literacy was 84.94% and female literacy was 69.21%.