Hunakhamb - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Hunakhamb is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Hunakhamb village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hunakhamb is 525070. The village covers a total geographical area of 713 hectares and falls under the 425452 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Hunakhamb 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 Hunakhamb
According to the 2011 Census, Hunakhamb village had a total population of 1,766 people, including 893 males and 873 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.53%, with male literacy at 50.29% and female literacy at 38.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,755.
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 | 1,766 | 893 | 873 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 203 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,755 | 885 | 870 |
| Literate Population | 610 | 347 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,156 | 546 | 610 |
Nearby Villages of Hunakhamb
Hunakhamb 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagda | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Mokas | North | 3.65 km |
| Oghani | South | 3.85 km |
| Movan | North-West | 4.17 km |
| Pandhramati | North-West | 5.81 km |
| Pimpalkhunta | North | 5.97 km |
| Wadfali (na) | North-West | 6.05 km |
| Kothali | South | 6.22 km |
| Dahel | South-East | 6.89 km |
| Chikhali | South | 6.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hunakhamb
Hunakhamb is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bhadwad, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.0 km.
| 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 Hunakhamb is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Hunakhamb is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hunakhamb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hunakhamb 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hunakhamb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hunakhamb village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hunakhamb
Where is Hunakhamb located?
Hunakhamb village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hunakhamb?
Hunakhamb is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hunakhamb?
The pincode of Hunakhamb is 425452.
What is the population of Hunakhamb?
Hunakhamb had a total population of 1,766, including 893 males and 873 females.
How many households are there in Hunakhamb?
Hunakhamb had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hunakhamb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hunakhamb was 44.53%. Male literacy was 50.29% and female literacy was 38.68%.