Lalonde - Palghar
Lalonde is a village situated in the Palghar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from Palghar and around 110 km from Thane. Lalonde village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalonde is 552239. The village covers a total geographical area of 657 hectares and falls under the 401405 pincode. Palghar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Lalonde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boisar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalonde
As per Census 2011, Lalonde village has a total population of 1,487 people, consisting of 690 males and 797 females. The village has 293 households and a sex ratio of 1,155 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 762 literate and 725 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 882 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lalonde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,487 | 690 | 797 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 110 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 882 | 442 | 440 |
| Literate Population | 762 | 442 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 725 | 248 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Lalonde
Lalonde is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Lalonde
Lalonde is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Palghar to Lalonde is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Lalonde is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lalonde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalonde village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lalonde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalonde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lalonde
Where is Lalonde located?
Lalonde village is located in Palghar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalonde?
Lalonde is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lalonde?
The pincode of Lalonde is 401405.
What is the population of Lalonde?
Lalonde has a total population of 1,487, including 690 males and 797 females.
How many households are there in Lalonde?
There are 293 households in Lalonde.
What is the literacy rate in Lalonde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalonde is 51.24%. Male literacy is 64.06% and female literacy is 40.15%.