Lonwade Village - Malegaon, Nashik
Lonwade is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 119 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Lonwade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lonwade is 550195. The village covers a total geographical area of 638 hectares and falls under the 423105 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lonwade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lonwade
As per Census 2011, Lonwade village has a total population of 1,505 people, consisting of 797 males and 708 females. The village has 292 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,003 literate and 502 illiterate residents. Additionally, 341 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 250 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lonwade are given below:
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Lonwade
Lonwade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dasane | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Sayane Bk | South | 3.36 km |
| Sayane Kh | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Dahikute | North | 4.07 km |
| Khadaki | North-West | 4.64 km |
| Vadgaon | West | 5.18 km |
| Chikhalohal | East | 5.51 km |
| Manke | North-East | 5.65 km |
| Malhanagaon | South-East | 5.80 km |
| Mohapade | North | 6.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lonwade
Lonwade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandgaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.4 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 Malegaon to Lonwade is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Lonwade is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lonwade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lonwade 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 Lonwade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lonwade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lonwade
Where is Lonwade located?
Lonwade village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lonwade?
Lonwade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lonwade?
The pincode of Lonwade is 423105.
What is the population of Lonwade?
Lonwade has a total population of 1,505, including 797 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Lonwade?
There are 292 households in Lonwade.
What is the literacy rate in Lonwade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lonwade is 66.64%. Male literacy is 74.15% and female literacy is 58.19%.