Lonkheda

Lonkheda is a village located in Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Shahade (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Nandurbar. As per 2009 stats, Lonkheda village is also a gram panchayat.

Lonkheda has its own place in the vibrant Nandurbar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Lonkheda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lonkheda is 525548. The village spans a total geographical area of 491 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 425409. Shahade is nearest town to Lonkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Lonkheda 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 Shahada Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Lonkheda

Below is a concise population overview of Lonkheda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 11,004 5,849 5,155
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,362 738 624
Scheduled Castes (SC) 416 224 192
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3,463 1,806 1,657
Literate Population 7,608 4,370 3,238
Illiterate Population 3,396 1,479 1,917

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lonkheda village:

  • The total population of Lonkheda village is around 11,004, including approximately 5,849 males and 5,155 females, with a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,362 children aged 0–6 years in Lonkheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lonkheda village has 416 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3,463 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Lonkheda village is about 69.14%, with male literacy at 74.71% and female literacy at 62.81%.
  • There are around 2,317 households in Lonkheda village.

Connectivity of Lonkheda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lonkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Lonkheda 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Lonkheda

Knowing the nearby villages of Lonkheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lonkheda.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lonkheda

Where is Lonkheda located?
Lonkheda village is situated in Shahade Tehsil, within the Nandurbar district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lonkheda?
Lonkheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Lonkheda?
The pincode of Lonkheda is 425409, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lonkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lonkheda is 11,004, with 5,849 males and 5,155 females.
How many households are there in Lonkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lonkheda village has a total of 2,317 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lonkheda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lonkheda is 69.14%. The male literacy rate is 74.71%, while the female literacy rate is 62.81%.