Lambota - Nilanga, Latur
Lambota is a village situated in the Nilanga tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilanga and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Lambota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lambota is 560759. The village covers a total geographical area of 1591.28 hectares and falls under the 413530 pincode. Nilanga is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Lambota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lambota
As per Census 2011, Lambota village has a total population of 3,856 people, consisting of 1,967 males and 1,889 females. The village has 707 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 487 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,503 literate and 1,353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 948 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 600 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lambota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,856 | 1,967 | 1,889 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 487 | 236 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 948 | 488 | 460 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 600 | 312 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 2,503 | 1,422 | 1,081 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,353 | 545 | 808 |
Nearby Villages of Lambota
Lambota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dapka | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Jajnur | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Kelgaon | North-East | 3.75 km |
| Zari | East | 3.87 km |
| Gurhal | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Mubarakpur | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Rathoda | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Umarga [hadga] | West | 5.15 km |
| Bujrugwadi | North | 5.31 km |
| Sawangira | South-East | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lambota
Lambota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhatangli, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilanga to Lambota is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Lambota is about 56 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 Lambota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lambota 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lambota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lambota 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lambota
Where is Lambota located?
Lambota village is located in Nilanga Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lambota?
Lambota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lambota?
The pincode of Lambota is 413530.
What is the population of Lambota?
Lambota has a total population of 3,856, including 1,967 males and 1,889 females.
How many households are there in Lambota?
There are 707 households in Lambota.
What is the literacy rate in Lambota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lambota is 64.91%. Male literacy is 72.29% and female literacy is 57.23%.