Lonwade - 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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Lonwade village had a total population of 1,505 people, including 797 males and 708 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.67%, with male literacy at 88.47% and female literacy at 67.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 341, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 250.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 Village Panchayat of Lonwade?
Lonwade is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lonwade?
The pincode of Lonwade is 423105.
What is the population of Lonwade?
Lonwade had a total population of 1,505, including 797 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Lonwade?
Lonwade had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lonwade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lonwade was 78.67%. Male literacy was 88.47% and female literacy was 67.87%.