Lona Nagar - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Lona Nagar is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Gai Ghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lona Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lona Nagar is 187406. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.83 hectares and falls under the 273404 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Lona Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lona Nagar
As per Census 2011, Lona Nagar village has a total population of 488 people, consisting of 207 males and 281 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 1,357 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 248 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lona Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 488 | 207 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 47 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 97 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 113 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 94 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Lona Nagar
Lona Nagar 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 Lona Nagar
Lona Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Gorakhpur to Lona Nagar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lona Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lona Nagar 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 Lona Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lona Nagar 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 Lona Nagar
Where is Lona Nagar located?
Lona Nagar village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lona Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lona Nagar is Gai Ghat.
What is the pincode of Lona Nagar?
The pincode of Lona Nagar is 273404.
What is the population of Lona Nagar?
Lona Nagar has a total population of 488, including 207 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Lona Nagar?
There are 90 households in Lona Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Lona Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lona Nagar is 46.52%. Male literacy is 54.59% and female literacy is 40.57%.