Lonwade
Lonwade is a village located in Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Malegaon (tehsildar office) and 119km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Lonwade village is also a gram panchayat.
Lonwade has its own place in the vibrant Nashik 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 Lonwade
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lonwade is 550195. The village spans a total geographical area of 638 hectares. Malegaon is nearest town to Lonwade village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Lonwade 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 Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhule Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lonwade
Population of Lonwade
Below is a concise population overview of Lonwade as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,505 | 797 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 129 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 341 | 178 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 131 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 1,003 | 591 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 502 | 206 | 296 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lonwade village:
- The total population of Lonwade village is around 1,505, including approximately 797 males and 708 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 230 children aged 0–6 years in Lonwade village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Lonwade village has 341 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 250 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Lonwade village is about 66.64%, with male literacy at 74.15% and female literacy at 58.19%.
- There are around 292 households in Lonwade village.
Connectivity of Lonwade
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lonwade. As per the 2011 stats, Lonwade 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 Lonwade
Knowing the nearby villages of Lonwade helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lonwade.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lonwade
- Where is Lonwade located?
- Lonwade village is situated in Malegaon Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lonwade?
- Lonwade serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Lonwade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lonwade is 1,505, with 797 males and 708 females.
- How many households are there in Lonwade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lonwade village has a total of 292 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lonwade as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lonwade is 66.64%. The male literacy rate is 74.15%, while the female literacy rate is 58.19%.