Longaon - Bhokardan, Jalna
Longaon is a village situated in the Bhokardan tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhokardan and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Longaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Longaon is 547418. The village covers a total geographical area of 1324 hectares and falls under the 431215 pincode. Bhokardan is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Longaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badnapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Longaon
As per Census 2011, Longaon village has a total population of 3,271 people, consisting of 1,741 males and 1,530 females. The village has 652 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 462 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,965 literate and 1,306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 746 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Longaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,271 | 1,741 | 1,530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 462 | 266 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 746 | 396 | 350 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,965 | 1,192 | 773 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,306 | 549 | 757 |
Nearby Villages of Longaon
Longaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umarkheda | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Tapovan | West | 3.45 km |
| Dongaon | East | 3.56 km |
| Khamkheda | North-West | 4.32 km |
| Asarkheda | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Tupewadi | South-West | 4.79 km |
| Rajur | West | 5.43 km |
| Devalegavhan | North-East | 5.76 km |
| Thigalkheda | North | 5.93 km |
| Pokhari | East | 6.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Longaon
Longaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jalna, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.2 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 Bhokardan to Longaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Longaon is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Longaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Longaon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Longaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Longaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Longaon
Where is Longaon located?
Longaon village is located in Bhokardan Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Longaon?
Longaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Longaon?
The pincode of Longaon is 431215.
What is the population of Longaon?
Longaon has a total population of 3,271, including 1,741 males and 1,530 females.
How many households are there in Longaon?
There are 652 households in Longaon.
What is the literacy rate in Longaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longaon is 60.07%. Male literacy is 68.47% and female literacy is 50.52%.