Lengre - Khanapur, Sangli
Lengre is a village situated in the Khanapur tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from Vita and around 69 km from Sangli. Lengre village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lengre is 568521. The village covers a total geographical area of 4129 hectares and falls under the 415309 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Lengre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lengre
As per Census 2011, Lengre village has a total population of 6,174 people, consisting of 3,008 males and 3,166 females. The village has 1,357 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 629 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,411 literate and 1,763 illiterate residents. Additionally, 878 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lengre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,174 | 3,008 | 3,166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 629 | 332 | 297 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 878 | 439 | 439 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,411 | 2,325 | 2,086 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,763 | 683 | 1,080 |
Nearby Villages of Lengre
Lengre 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jondhalkhindi | West | 2.38 km |
| Valuj | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Devnagar | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Rewangaon | South | 4.27 km |
| Jadhavwadi | South-East | 4.86 km |
| Madhalmuthi | West | 4.88 km |
| Renavi | South | 4.92 km |
| Sangole | North-West | 4.99 km |
| Vasumbe | South-West | 5.01 km |
| Dhondgewadi | South-East | 5.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lengre
Lengre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kirloskarvadi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.8 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 Vita to Lengre is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Lengre is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lengre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lengre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lengre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lengre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lengre
Where is Lengre located?
Lengre village is located in Khanapur Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lengre?
Lengre is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lengre?
The pincode of Lengre is 415309.
What is the population of Lengre?
Lengre has a total population of 6,174, including 3,008 males and 3,166 females.
How many households are there in Lengre?
There are 1,357 households in Lengre.
What is the literacy rate in Lengre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lengre is 71.44%. Male literacy is 77.29% and female literacy is 65.89%.