Gaman - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Gaman is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 110 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Sinduri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaman is 525009. The village covers a total geographical area of 2422.32 hectares and falls under the 425452 pincode. Rajpipala (guj) is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Gaman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaman
As per Census 2011, Gaman village has a total population of 3,097 people, consisting of 1,536 males and 1,561 females. The village has 518 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 696 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 994 literate and 2,103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,090 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,097 | 1,536 | 1,561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 696 | 342 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,090 | 1,535 | 1,555 |
| Literate Population | 994 | 584 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,103 | 952 | 1,151 |
Nearby Villages of Gaman
Gaman 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 Gaman
Public transport in the Gaman is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rajpipala (guj) to Gaman is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Gaman is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaman 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 Gaman
Where is Gaman located?
Gaman village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaman?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaman is Sinduri.
What is the pincode of Gaman?
The pincode of Gaman is 425452.
What is the population of Gaman?
Gaman has a total population of 3,097, including 1,536 males and 1,561 females.
How many households are there in Gaman?
There are 518 households in Gaman.
What is the literacy rate in Gaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaman is 32.10%. Male literacy is 38.02% and female literacy is 26.27%.