Ghatnandur - Ambejogai, Beed
Ghatnandur is a village situated in the Ambejogai tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from Ambejogai and around 115 km from Bid. Ghatnandur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatnandur is 560059. The village covers a total geographical area of 2861 hectares and falls under the 431519 pincode. Ambejogai is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ghatnandur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaij Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Beed Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghatnandur
As per Census 2011, Ghatnandur village has a total population of 8,997 people, consisting of 4,665 males and 4,332 females. The village has 1,796 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,322 literate and 2,675 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,658 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghatnandur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,997 | 4,665 | 4,332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,169 | 624 | 545 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,658 | 853 | 805 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 6,322 | 3,538 | 2,784 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,675 | 1,127 | 1,548 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatnandur
Ghatnandur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anandwadi | East | 2.62 km |
| Telghana | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Dattapur | West | 3.25 km |
| Hanumantwadi | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Nagdara | East | 3.49 km |
| Gholapwadi | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Chopanwadi | South | 3.79 km |
| Ambaltek | North | 4.05 km |
| Salunkwadi | South | 4.24 km |
| Maindwadi | North-East | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghatnandur
Ghatnandur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghat Nandur, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambejogai to Ghatnandur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Ghatnandur 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 Ghatnandur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatnandur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghatnandur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatnandur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghatnandur
Where is Ghatnandur located?
Ghatnandur village is located in Ambejogai Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatnandur?
Ghatnandur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghatnandur?
The pincode of Ghatnandur is 431519.
What is the population of Ghatnandur?
Ghatnandur has a total population of 8,997, including 4,665 males and 4,332 females.
How many households are there in Ghatnandur?
There are 1,796 households in Ghatnandur.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatnandur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatnandur is 70.27%. Male literacy is 75.84% and female literacy is 64.27%.