Lonand
Lonand is a village located in Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Malshiras (tehsildar office) and 135km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Lonand village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lonand unique in its vibrant Malshiras-Solapur region. You’ll see Lonand’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lonand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lonand is 562423. The village spans a total geographical area of 2488 hectares. Phaltan is nearest town to Lonand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
When it comes to local governance, Lonand village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Madha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lonand
Population of Lonand
According to the 2011 Census, Lonand has a total population of about 2,692, with approximately 1,375 males and 1,317 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 336 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 439 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.30%, with male literacy at about 71.13% and female literacy near 55.13%. There are around 505 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lonand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,692 | 1,375 | 1,317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 172 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 439 | 236 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,704 | 978 | 726 |
| Illiterate Population | 988 | 397 | 591 |
Connectivity of Lonand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lonand. As per the 2011 stats, Lonand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lonand
Knowing the nearby villages of Lonand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lonand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lonand
- Where is Lonand located?
- Lonand village is situated in Malshiras Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lonand?
- Lonand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Lonand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lonand is 2,692, with 1,375 males and 1,317 females.
- How many households are there in Lonand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lonand village has a total of 505 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lonand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lonand is 63.30%. The male literacy rate is 71.13%, while the female literacy rate is 55.13%.