Lon Kh. - Amalner, Jalgaon
Lon Kh. 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 Kh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lon Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lon Kh. is 527515. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.83 hectares and falls under the 425401 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Lon Kh. 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 Kh.
As per Census 2011, Lon Kh. village has a total population of 827 people, consisting of 415 males and 412 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 573 literate and 254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 173 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lon Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 827 | 415 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 93 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 573 | 303 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 112 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Lon Kh.
Lon Kh. 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 Bk. | South | 0.99 km |
| Lonpancham | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Lon Charam | West | 2.52 km |
| Bharvas | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Lon Sim | West | 2.86 km |
| Talwade | South | 2.88 km |
| Wavade | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Sabgavhan | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Shirsale Bk. | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Chaubari | East | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lon Kh.
Lon Kh. 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 57.5 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 Kh. is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Lon Kh. 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 Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lon Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lon Kh.
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 Kh. 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 Kh.
Where is Lon Kh. located?
Lon Kh. village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lon Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Lon Kh. is Lon Kh.
What is the pincode of Lon Kh.?
The pincode of Lon Kh. is 425401.
What is the population of Lon Kh.?
Lon Kh. has a total population of 827, including 415 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Lon Kh.?
There are 165 households in Lon Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Lon Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lon Kh. is 69.29%. Male literacy is 73.01% and female literacy is 65.53%.