Lonarwadi - Pandharpur, Solapur
Lonarwadi is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Lonarwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lonarwadi is 562341. The village covers a total geographical area of 387 hectares and falls under the 413306 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lonarwadi 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 Lonarwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Lonarwadi village had a total population of 1,015 people, including 527 males and 488 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.40%, with male literacy at 82.76% and female literacy at 63.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,015 | 527 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 92 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 632 | 360 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 167 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Lonarwadi
Lonarwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gardi | West | 2.77 km |
| Palshi | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Sonke | South-East | 4.47 km |
| Gaygavhan | South-West | 4.61 km |
| Tisangi | East | 5.38 km |
| Jainwadi | North-West | 5.46 km |
| Supli | North | 5.67 km |
| Upari | North-East | 6.73 km |
| Mahim | West | 7.41 km |
| Gadegaon | East | 7.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lonarwadi
Lonarwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bohali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Lonarwadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Lonarwadi is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lonarwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lonarwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lonarwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lonarwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lonarwadi
Where is Lonarwadi located?
Lonarwadi village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lonarwadi?
Lonarwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lonarwadi?
The pincode of Lonarwadi is 413306.
What is the population of Lonarwadi?
Lonarwadi had a total population of 1,015, including 527 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Lonarwadi?
Lonarwadi had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lonarwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lonarwadi was 73.40%. Male literacy was 82.76% and female literacy was 63.85%.