Lonar - Mangalvedhe, Solapur
Lonar is a village situated in the Mangalvedhe tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangalvedhe and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Lonar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lonar is 562679. The village covers a total geographical area of 2181 hectares and falls under the 413222 pincode. Mangalvedhe is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Lonar 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 Lonar
As per Census 2011, Lonar village has a total population of 2,210 people, consisting of 1,166 males and 1,044 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 335 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,154 literate and 1,056 illiterate residents. Additionally, 430 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lonar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,210 | 1,166 | 1,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 335 | 173 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 430 | 221 | 209 |
| Literate Population | 1,154 | 715 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,056 | 451 | 605 |
Nearby Villages of Lonar
Lonar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padolkarwadi | South | 2.91 km |
| Revewadi | West | 3.50 km |
| Hunnur | North | 4.50 km |
| Khairao | South-West | 4.54 km |
| Jadarbobalad | East | 5.01 km |
| Manewadi | North-West | 6.47 km |
| Gavadewadi | North-West | 6.60 km |
| Lakdewadi | South-East | 6.88 km |
| Kunikonur | South | 6.96 km |
| Tonewadi | South-West | 7.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lonar
Public transport in the Lonar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Javale, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.6 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 Lonar is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Lonar is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lonar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lonar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lonar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lonar 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lonar
Where is Lonar located?
Lonar village is located in Mangalvedhe Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lonar?
Lonar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lonar?
The pincode of Lonar is 413222.
What is the population of Lonar?
Lonar has a total population of 2,210, including 1,166 males and 1,044 females.
How many households are there in Lonar?
There are 378 households in Lonar.
What is the literacy rate in Lonar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lonar is 52.22%. Male literacy is 61.32% and female literacy is 42.05%.