Loni - Digras, Yavatmal
Loni is a village situated in the Digras tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digras and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Loni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loni is 542709. The village covers a total geographical area of 607.58 hectares and falls under the 445203 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Loni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loni
As per Census 2011, Loni village has a total population of 602 people, consisting of 308 males and 294 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Loni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 602 | 308 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 24 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 264 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 44 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Loni
Loni is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Loni
Public transport in the Loni is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Digras to Loni is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Loni is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loni 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Loni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loni 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 Loni
Where is Loni located?
Loni village is located in Digras Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loni?
Loni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Loni?
The pincode of Loni is 445203.
What is the population of Loni?
Loni has a total population of 602, including 308 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Loni?
There are 158 households in Loni.
What is the literacy rate in Loni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loni is 78.24%. Male literacy is 85.71% and female literacy is 70.41%.