Lamantanda - Mangalvedhe, Solapur
Lamantanda is a village situated in the Mangalvedhe tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangalvedhe and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Lamantanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamantanda is 562681. The village covers a total geographical area of 548.27 hectares and falls under the 413319 pincode. Mangalvedhe is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Lamantanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lamantanda
As per Census 2011, Lamantanda village has a total population of 2,124 people, consisting of 1,322 males and 802 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 606 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,478 literate and 646 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lamantanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,124 | 1,322 | 802 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 143 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 45 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 5 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,478 | 1,049 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 646 | 273 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Lamantanda
Lamantanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kagasht | South | 3.16 km |
| Diksal | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Donaj | North | 3.48 km |
| Maravade | West | 3.84 km |
| Dasur | North-East | 4.38 km |
| Umraj | East | 4.87 km |
| Karjal | South | 5.03 km |
| Katral | South-West | 5.76 km |
| Revathagaon | South-East | 5.77 km |
| Bhalewadi | North-West | 6.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lamantanda
Lamantanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mundhewadi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.8 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 Mangalvedhe to Lamantanda is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Lamantanda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamantanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamantanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lamantanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamantanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lamantanda
Where is Lamantanda located?
Lamantanda village is located in Mangalvedhe Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lamantanda?
Lamantanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lamantanda?
The pincode of Lamantanda is 413319.
What is the population of Lamantanda?
Lamantanda has a total population of 2,124, including 1,322 males and 802 females.
How many households are there in Lamantanda?
There are 350 households in Lamantanda.
What is the literacy rate in Lamantanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamantanda is 69.59%. Male literacy is 79.35% and female literacy is 53.49%.