Ghana - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Ghana is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 67 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Awagad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghana is 531639. The village covers a total geographical area of 612 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Ghana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghana
As per Census 2011, Ghana village has a total population of 389 people, consisting of 197 males and 192 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 204 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 379 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 389 | 197 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 379 | 192 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 124 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 73 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Ghana
Ghana 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 Ghana
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Achalpur to Ghana is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Ghana is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghana
Where is Ghana located?
Ghana village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghana?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghana is Awagad.
What is the pincode of Ghana?
The pincode of Ghana is 444807.
What is the population of Ghana?
Ghana has a total population of 389, including 197 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Ghana?
There are 64 households in Ghana.
What is the literacy rate in Ghana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghana is 52.44%. Male literacy is 62.94% and female literacy is 41.67%.