Lonare - Alibag, Raigad
Lonare is a village situated in the Alibag tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from Alibag and around 8 km from Alibag. Thal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lonare village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lonare is 554072. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.08 hectares and falls under the 402207 pincode. Alibag is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Lonare village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alibag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lonare
As per Census 2011, Lonare village has a total population of 973 people, consisting of 497 males and 476 females. The village has 241 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 755 literate and 218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lonare are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 973 | 497 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 45 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 755 | 415 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 82 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Lonare
Lonare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamanoli | South-East | 0.96 km |
| Varasoli | South | 1.62 km |
| Bhal | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Thal | North | 1.88 km |
| Mule | East | 2.11 km |
| Man Tarf Zirad | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Nehuli | East | 2.49 km |
| Veshvi | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Tudal | North | 3.23 km |
| Boris | North | 3.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lonare
Lonare is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kasu, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.1 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 Alibag to Lonare is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Lonare is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lonare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lonare 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lonare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lonare village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lonare
Where is Lonare located?
Lonare village is located in Alibag Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lonare?
The Gram Panchayat of Lonare is Thal.
What is the pincode of Lonare?
The pincode of Lonare is 402207.
What is the population of Lonare?
Lonare has a total population of 973, including 497 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Lonare?
There are 241 households in Lonare.
What is the literacy rate in Lonare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lonare is 77.60%. Male literacy is 83.50% and female literacy is 71.43%.