Lonpancham - Amalner, Jalgaon
Lonpancham 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 62 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Bharvas serves as the Village Panchayat for Lonpancham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lonpancham is 527508. The village covers a total geographical area of 636.75 hectares and falls under the 425401 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Lonpancham 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 Lonpancham
According to the 2011 Census, Lonpancham village had a total population of 503 people, including 260 males and 243 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.37%, with male literacy at 79.56% and female literacy at 68.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 199.
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 | 503 | 260 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 102 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 179 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 81 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Lonpancham
Lonpancham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sabgavhan | East | 1.75 km |
| Lon Kh. | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Padase | North | 2.35 km |
| Bharvas | West | 2.81 km |
| Lon Bk. | South | 2.88 km |
| Chaubari | East | 2.89 km |
| Lon Charam | West | 3.39 km |
| Kharde | North | 3.57 km |
| Lon Sim | South-West | 4.21 km |
| Zadi | South-East | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lonpancham
Public transport in the Lonpancham is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Padse, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalner to Lonpancham is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Lonpancham 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 Lonpancham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lonpancham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lonpancham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lonpancham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lonpancham
Where is Lonpancham located?
Lonpancham village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Lonpancham?
The Village Panchayat of Lonpancham is Bharvas.
What is the pincode of Lonpancham?
The pincode of Lonpancham is 425401.
What is the population of Lonpancham?
Lonpancham had a total population of 503, including 260 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Lonpancham?
Lonpancham had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lonpancham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lonpancham was 74.37%. Male literacy was 79.56% and female literacy was 68.87%.