Hope Town
Hope Town is a village located in Ferrargunj tehsil of South Andaman district in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Ferrargunj (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Port Blair. As per 2009 stats, Hopetown is the gram panchayat of Hope Town village.
Here you can discover what makes Hope Town unique in its vibrant Ferrargunj-South Andaman region. You’ll see Hope Town’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 Hope Town
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hope Town is 645461. The village spans a total geographical area of 107.38 hectares. Port Blair is nearest town to Hope Town village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.
Google Map of Hope Town
Population of Hope Town
According to the 2011 Census, Hope Town has a total population of about 1,258, with approximately 657 males and 601 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 129 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.06%, with male literacy at about 81.74% and female literacy near 74.04%. There are around 297 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hope Town's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,258 | 657 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 62 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 982 | 537 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 120 | 156 |
Connectivity of Hope Town
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hope Town. As per the 2011 stats, Hope Town 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hope Town
Knowing the nearby villages of Hope Town helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hope Town.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hope Town
- Where is Hope Town located?
- Hope Town village is situated in Ferrargunj Tehsil, within the South Andaman district of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hope Town?
- The Gram Panchayat of Hope Town is Hopetown (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Hope Town as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hope Town is 1,258, with 657 males and 601 females.
- How many households are there in Hope Town as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hope Town village has a total of 297 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hope Town as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hope Town is 78.06%. The male literacy rate is 81.74%, while the female literacy rate is 74.04%.