Abhanpur - Shahade, Nandurbar
Abhanpur is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Torkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Abhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abhanpur is 525618. The village covers a total geographical area of 791 hectares and falls under the 425427 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Abhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandurbar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Abhanpur
As per Census 2011, Abhanpur village has a total population of 249 people, consisting of 122 males and 127 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 74 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Abhanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 249 | 122 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 44 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 47 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 75 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Abhanpur
Abhanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kakarde Kh | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Tarhadi T.t. | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Torkheda | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Kakarde Di | West | 3.96 km |
| Hingani | South | 4.20 km |
| Tarhad (kasbe) | East | 4.82 km |
| Dondwade | South-West | 5.29 km |
| Bhatane | South-East | 5.72 km |
| Mamane | South | 5.79 km |
| Katghar | North-East | 6.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Abhanpur
Abhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Vikhran Road, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahade to Abhanpur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Abhanpur 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 Abhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abhanpur 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 Abhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Abhanpur
Where is Abhanpur located?
Abhanpur village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Abhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Abhanpur is Torkheda.
What is the pincode of Abhanpur?
The pincode of Abhanpur is 425427.
What is the population of Abhanpur?
Abhanpur has a total population of 249, including 122 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Abhanpur?
There are 40 households in Abhanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Abhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abhanpur is 29.72%. Male literacy is 38.52% and female literacy is 21.26%.