Lohshingve - Nandgaon, Nashik
Lohshingve is a village situated in the Nandgaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandgaon and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Lohshingve village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohshingve is 550357. The village covers a total geographical area of 1470 hectares and falls under the 423106 pincode. Nandgaon is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Lohshingve village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohshingve
As per Census 2011, Lohshingve village has a total population of 2,445 people, consisting of 1,303 males and 1,142 females. The village has 462 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 391 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,496 literate and 949 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 352 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohshingve are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,445 | 1,303 | 1,142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 214 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 352 | 191 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 1,496 | 912 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 949 | 391 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Lohshingve
Lohshingve 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aherwadi | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Bhalur | North | 3.32 km |
| Soygaon | East | 4.48 km |
| Pimpalkhute Tisare | South | 4.90 km |
| Jaydare | South-West | 5.09 km |
| Malegaon Karyat | West | 5.75 km |
| Khirdisathe | South | 5.83 km |
| Laxminagar | North | 5.92 km |
| Mohegaon | North-West | 6.12 km |
| Panhalsathe | South-East | 6.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohshingve
Lohshingve is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hisvahal, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandgaon to Lohshingve is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Lohshingve is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohshingve
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohshingve 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lohshingve
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohshingve village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lohshingve
Where is Lohshingve located?
Lohshingve village is located in Nandgaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohshingve?
Lohshingve is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lohshingve?
The pincode of Lohshingve is 423106.
What is the population of Lohshingve?
Lohshingve has a total population of 2,445, including 1,303 males and 1,142 females.
How many households are there in Lohshingve?
There are 462 households in Lohshingve.
What is the literacy rate in Lohshingve?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohshingve is 61.19%. Male literacy is 69.99% and female literacy is 51.14%.