Ghantani - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Ghantani is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Ghatani serves as the Village Panchayat for Ghantani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghantani is 525169. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.61 hectares and falls under the 425415 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ghantani 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 Ghantani
According to the 2011 Census, Ghantani village had a total population of 833 people, including 443 males and 390 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.54%, with male literacy at 66.12% and female literacy at 52.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 831.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 833 | 443 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 74 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 831 | 442 | 389 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 244 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 199 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Ghantani
Ghantani 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 Ghantani
Ghantani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Talode to Ghantani is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Ghantani is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghantani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghantani 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 Ghantani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghantani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghantani
Where is Ghantani located?
Ghantani village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ghantani?
The Village Panchayat of Ghantani is Ghatani.
What is the pincode of Ghantani?
The pincode of Ghantani is 425415.
What is the population of Ghantani?
Ghantani had a total population of 833, including 443 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Ghantani?
Ghantani had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghantani was 59.54%. Male literacy was 66.12% and female literacy was 52.13%.