Guntur
Guntur is a village located in Kandhar tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Kandhar (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Guntur village is also a gram panchayat.
Guntur has its own place in the vibrant Nanded region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Guntur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Guntur is 545441. The village spans a total geographical area of 978 hectares. Kandhar is nearest town to Guntur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Guntur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Loha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Guntur
Population of Guntur
Below is a concise population overview of Guntur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,872 | 1,489 | 1,383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 226 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 835 | 437 | 398 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 61 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 1,670 | 999 | 671 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,202 | 490 | 712 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Guntur village:
- The total population of Guntur village is around 2,872, including approximately 1,489 males and 1,383 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 441 children aged 0–6 years in Guntur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Guntur village has 835 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 126 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Guntur village is about 58.15%, with male literacy at 67.09% and female literacy at 48.52%.
- There are around 552 households in Guntur village.
Connectivity of Guntur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Guntur. As per the 2011 stats, Guntur 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 Guntur
Knowing the nearby villages of Guntur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Guntur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guntur
- Where is Guntur located?
- Guntur village is situated in Kandhar Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Guntur?
- Guntur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Guntur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Guntur is 2,872, with 1,489 males and 1,383 females.
- How many households are there in Guntur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Guntur village has a total of 552 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Guntur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Guntur is 58.15%. The male literacy rate is 67.09%, while the female literacy rate is 48.52%.