Lamjana - Ausa, Latur
Lamjana is a village situated in the Ausa tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ausa and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Lamjana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamjana is 560675. The village covers a total geographical area of 2188 hectares and falls under the 413516 pincode. Ausa is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Lamjana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ausa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lamjana
As per Census 2011, Lamjana village has a total population of 8,595 people, consisting of 4,440 males and 4,155 females. The village has 1,642 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,408 literate and 3,187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,610 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lamjana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,595 | 4,440 | 4,155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,156 | 613 | 543 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,610 | 805 | 805 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 5,408 | 3,123 | 2,285 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,187 | 1,317 | 1,870 |
Nearby Villages of Lamjana
Lamjana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajewadi | East | 2.34 km |
| Utka | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Chincholi Jo | South | 3.83 km |
| Ramwadi | East | 4.03 km |
| Jawli | North-East | 4.07 km |
| Gotewadi | South-West | 4.22 km |
| Tambarwadi | East | 4.87 km |
| Gadhawewadi | West | 5.01 km |
| Chalburga | North | 5.01 km |
| Mogarga | South-East | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lamjana
Lamjana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harangul, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ausa to Lamjana is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Lamjana is about 38 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 Lamjana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamjana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lamjana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamjana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lamjana
Where is Lamjana located?
Lamjana village is located in Ausa Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lamjana?
Lamjana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lamjana?
The pincode of Lamjana is 413516.
What is the population of Lamjana?
Lamjana has a total population of 8,595, including 4,440 males and 4,155 females.
How many households are there in Lamjana?
There are 1,642 households in Lamjana.
What is the literacy rate in Lamjana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamjana is 62.92%. Male literacy is 70.34% and female literacy is 54.99%.