Lonad

Lonad is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Lonad village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Lonad unique in its vibrant Bhiwandi-Thane region. You’ll see Lonad’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 Lonad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lonad is 552646. The village spans a total geographical area of 1160 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Lonad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Lonad 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 Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Lonad

According to the 2011 Census, Lonad has a total population of about 2,409, with approximately 1,297 males and 1,112 females. The sex ratio is around 857 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 331 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 153 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 407. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.88%, with male literacy at about 71.78% and female literacy near 56.83%. There are around 474 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lonad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,409 1,297 1,112
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 331 189 142
Scheduled Castes (SC) 153 90 63
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 407 195 212
Literate Population 1,563 931 632
Illiterate Population 846 366 480

Connectivity of Lonad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lonad. As per the 2011 stats, Lonad 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Lonad

Knowing the nearby villages of Lonad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lonad.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lonad

Where is Lonad located?
Lonad village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lonad?
Lonad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Lonad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lonad is 2,409, with 1,297 males and 1,112 females.
How many households are there in Lonad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lonad village has a total of 474 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lonad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lonad is 64.88%. The male literacy rate is 71.78%, while the female literacy rate is 56.83%.