Homfreygunj (Rv) - Ferrargunj, South Andamans
Homfreygunj (Rv) is a village situated in the Ferrargunj taluka of South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 19 km from Ferrargunj and around 26 km from Port Blair. Humfreygunj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Homfreygunj (Rv) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Homfreygunj (Rv) is 645482. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.38 hectares and falls under the 744206 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Homfreygunj (Rv) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Homfreygunj (Rv)
According to the 2011 Census, Homfreygunj (Rv) village had a total population of 424 people, including 226 males and 198 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.83%, with male literacy at 98.48% and female literacy at 88.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 424 | 226 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 195 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 31 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Homfreygunj (Rv)
Homfreygunj (Rv) 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 Homfreygunj (Rv)
Homfreygunj (Rv) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Homfreygunj (Rv) is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Homfreygunj (Rv)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Homfreygunj (Rv) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Homfreygunj (Rv)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Homfreygunj (Rv) 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Homfreygunj (Rv)
Where is Homfreygunj (Rv) located?
Homfreygunj (Rv) village is located in Ferrargunj Taluka, South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Homfreygunj (Rv)?
The Gram Panchayat of Homfreygunj (Rv) is Humfreygunj.
What is the pincode of Homfreygunj (Rv)?
The pincode of Homfreygunj (Rv) is 744206.
What is the population of Homfreygunj (Rv)?
Homfreygunj (Rv) had a total population of 424, including 226 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Homfreygunj (Rv)?
Homfreygunj (Rv) had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Homfreygunj (Rv)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Homfreygunj (Rv) was 93.83%. Male literacy was 98.48% and female literacy was 88.57%.