Namunaghar (Rv) - Ferrargunj, South Andamans
Namunaghar (Rv) is a village situated in the Ferrargunj taluka of South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 15 km from Ferrargunj and around 28 km from Port Blair. Namunaghar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Namunaghar (Rv) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Namunaghar (Rv) is 645466. The village covers a total geographical area of 1311.83 hectares and falls under the 744206 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Namunaghar (Rv) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Namunaghar (Rv)
According to the 2011 Census, Namunaghar (Rv) village had a total population of 1,926 people, including 992 males and 934 females, living in 468 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.99%, with male literacy at 89.04% and female literacy at 82.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,926 | 992 | 934 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 89 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,504 | 804 | 700 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 188 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Namunaghar (Rv)
Namunaghar (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 Namunaghar (Rv)
Namunaghar (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 Namunaghar (Rv) is about 28 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 Namunaghar (Rv)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Namunaghar (Rv) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Namunaghar (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 Namunaghar (Rv) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Namunaghar (Rv)
Where is Namunaghar (Rv) located?
Namunaghar (Rv) village is located in Ferrargunj Taluka, South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Namunaghar (Rv)?
The Gram Panchayat of Namunaghar (Rv) is Namunaghar.
What is the pincode of Namunaghar (Rv)?
The pincode of Namunaghar (Rv) is 744206.
What is the population of Namunaghar (Rv)?
Namunaghar (Rv) had a total population of 1,926, including 992 males and 934 females.
How many households are there in Namunaghar (Rv)?
Namunaghar (Rv) had 468 households.
What is the literacy rate in Namunaghar (Rv)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Namunaghar (Rv) was 85.99%. Male literacy was 89.04% and female literacy was 82.74%.