Lonal - Mukhed, Nanded
Lonal is a village situated in the Mukhed tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukhed and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Lonal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lonal is 545518. The village covers a total geographical area of 283 hectares and falls under the 431715 pincode. Deglur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Lonal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lonal
As per Census 2011, Lonal village has a total population of 610 people, consisting of 308 males and 302 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 349 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 193 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lonal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 610 | 308 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 95 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 194 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 114 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Lonal
Lonal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aural | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Kavalgadda | South | 2.22 km |
| Undri P.d. | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Tadkhel | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Bhayegaon | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Lingapur | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Shiv Achegaon | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Dhosni | South | 4.04 km |
| Rajura Bk. | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Chondi | North | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lonal
Public transport in the Lonal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bodhan, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.3 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 Deglur to Lonal is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Lonal is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lonal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lonal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lonal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lonal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lonal
Where is Lonal located?
Lonal village is located in Mukhed Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lonal?
Lonal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lonal?
The pincode of Lonal is 431715.
What is the population of Lonal?
Lonal has a total population of 610, including 308 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Lonal?
There are 148 households in Lonal.
What is the literacy rate in Lonal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lonal is 57.21%. Male literacy is 62.99% and female literacy is 51.32%.