Rojkund - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Rojkund is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Moramba serves as the Village Panchayat for Rojkund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rojkund is 525103. The village covers a total geographical area of 843.06 hectares and falls under the 425419 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Rojkund 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 Rojkund
According to the 2011 Census, Rojkund village had a total population of 2,368 people, including 1,201 males and 1,167 females, living in 537 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.54%, with male literacy at 69.30% and female literacy at 57.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,365.
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 | 2,368 | 1,201 | 1,167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 162 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,365 | 1,199 | 1,166 |
| Literate Population | 1,321 | 720 | 601 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,047 | 481 | 566 |
Nearby Villages of Rojkund
Rojkund 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 Rojkund
Rojkund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rojkund is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Rojkund is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rojkund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rojkund 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rojkund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rojkund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rojkund
Where is Rojkund located?
Rojkund village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Rojkund?
The Village Panchayat of Rojkund is Moramba.
What is the pincode of Rojkund?
The pincode of Rojkund is 425419.
What is the population of Rojkund?
Rojkund had a total population of 2,368, including 1,201 males and 1,167 females.
How many households are there in Rojkund?
Rojkund had 537 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rojkund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rojkund was 63.54%. Male literacy was 69.30% and female literacy was 57.79%.