Lona - Konch, Jalaun
Lona is a village situated in the Konch tehsil of Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Konch and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jalaun. Lona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lona is 151957. The village covers a total geographical area of 578 hectares and falls under the 285205 pincode. Konch is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Lona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhaugarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalaun Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lona
As per Census 2011, Lona village has a total population of 1,884 people, consisting of 1,005 males and 879 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,218 literate and 666 illiterate residents. Additionally, 626 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,884 | 1,005 | 879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 130 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 626 | 332 | 294 |
| Literate Population | 1,218 | 735 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 270 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Lona
Lona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kunwarpura Konch | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Chachenda | West | 1.76 km |
| Sikri | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Alawalpura | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Bhadeora | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Mohammda | North | 2.40 km |
| Nagepura | West | 2.79 km |
| Gurati | East | 2.81 km |
| Konch Badpura | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Gorakaranpur | North | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lona
Lona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Konch, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Konch to Lona is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalaun to Lona is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lona 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 Lona
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lona
Where is Lona located?
Lona village is located in Konch Tehsil, Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lona?
Lona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lona?
The pincode of Lona is 285205.
What is the population of Lona?
Lona has a total population of 1,884, including 1,005 males and 879 females.
How many households are there in Lona?
There are 334 households in Lona.
What is the literacy rate in Lona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lona is 64.65%. Male literacy is 73.13% and female literacy is 54.95%.