Lanji
Lanji is a village located in Mahoor tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Mahoor (tehsildar office) and 127km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Lanji village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lanji unique in its vibrant Mahoor-Nanded region. You’ll see Lanji’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lanji
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lanji is 544106. The village spans a total geographical area of 571.09 hectares. Kinwat is nearest town to Lanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Lanji village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kinwat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lanji
Population of Lanji
According to the 2011 Census, Lanji has a total population of about 1,211, with approximately 613 males and 598 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 151 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 58 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 330. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.42%, with male literacy at about 78.79% and female literacy near 65.89%. There are around 245 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lanji's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,211 | 613 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 83 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 330 | 167 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 877 | 483 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 130 | 204 |
Connectivity of Lanji
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lanji. As per the 2011 stats, Lanji had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lanji
Knowing the nearby villages of Lanji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lanji.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lanji
- Where is Lanji located?
- Lanji village is situated in Mahoor Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lanji?
- Lanji serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Lanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lanji is 1,211, with 613 males and 598 females.
- How many households are there in Lanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lanji village has a total of 245 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lanji as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lanji is 72.42%. The male literacy rate is 78.79%, while the female literacy rate is 65.89%.