Ghungur
Ghungur is a village located in Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 43km away from sub-district headquarter Shahuwadi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Ghungur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghungur unique in its vibrant Shahuwadi-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Ghungur’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 Ghungur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghungur is 567111. The village spans a total geographical area of 788.86 hectares. Malkapur is nearest town to Ghungur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Ghungur
Population of Ghungur
According to the 2011 Census, Ghungur has a total population of about 1,723, with approximately 900 males and 823 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 225 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 161 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.59%, with male literacy at about 72.22% and female literacy near 47.87%. There are around 311 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghungur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,723 | 900 | 823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 118 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 79 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 650 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 679 | 250 | 429 |
Connectivity of Ghungur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghungur. As per the 2011 stats, Ghungur 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghungur
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghungur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghungur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghungur
- Where is Ghungur located?
- Ghungur village is situated in Shahuwadi Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghungur?
- Ghungur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ghungur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghungur is 1,723, with 900 males and 823 females.
- How many households are there in Ghungur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghungur village has a total of 311 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghungur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghungur is 60.59%. The male literacy rate is 72.22%, while the female literacy rate is 47.87%.