Lon Sim - Amalner, Jalgaon
Lon Sim 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 Seem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lon Sim village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lon Sim is 527517. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.53 hectares and falls under the 425401 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Lon Sim 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 Sim
As per Census 2011, Lon Sim village has a total population of 679 people, consisting of 361 males and 318 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 464 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 175 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lon Sim are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 679 | 361 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 54 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 95 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 255 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 106 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Lon Sim
Lon Sim 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 Charam | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Bharvas | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Wavade | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Lon Kh. | East | 2.86 km |
| Lon Bk. | East | 3.03 km |
| Bodarde | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Mandal | South-West | 4.05 km |
| Lonpancham | North-East | 4.21 km |
| Eklahare | North | 4.44 km |
| Talwade | South-East | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lon Sim
Lon Sim 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 59.7 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalner to Lon Sim is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Lon Sim 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 Sim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lon Sim 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lon Sim
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 Sim 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 Sim
Where is Lon Sim located?
Lon Sim village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lon Sim?
The Gram Panchayat of Lon Sim is Lon Seem.
What is the pincode of Lon Sim?
The pincode of Lon Sim is 425401.
What is the population of Lon Sim?
Lon Sim has a total population of 679, including 361 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Lon Sim?
There are 142 households in Lon Sim.
What is the literacy rate in Lon Sim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lon Sim is 68.34%. Male literacy is 70.64% and female literacy is 65.72%.