Bhongra

Bhongra is a village located in Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Shahade (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Nandurbar. As per 2009 stats, Bhongara is the gram panchayat of Bhongra village.

Bhongra has its own place in the vibrant Nandurbar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bhongra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhongra is 525540. The village spans a total geographical area of 411 hectares. Shahade is nearest town to Bhongra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bhongra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bhongra

Below is a concise population overview of Bhongra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,063 1,045 1,018
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 318 168 150
Scheduled Castes (SC) 143 73 70
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,864 941 923
Literate Population 992 623 369
Illiterate Population 1,071 422 649

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhongra village:

  • The total population of Bhongra village is around 2,063, including approximately 1,045 males and 1,018 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 318 children aged 0–6 years in Bhongra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bhongra village has 143 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,864 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bhongra village is about 48.09%, with male literacy at 59.62% and female literacy at 36.25%.
  • There are around 393 households in Bhongra village.

Connectivity of Bhongra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhongra. As per the 2011 stats, Bhongra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bhongra

Knowing the nearby villages of Bhongra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhongra.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bhongra

Where is Bhongra located?
Bhongra village is situated in Shahade Tehsil, within the Nandurbar district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhongra?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhongra is Bhongara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Bhongra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhongra is 2,063, with 1,045 males and 1,018 females.
How many households are there in Bhongra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhongra village has a total of 393 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhongra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhongra is 48.09%. The male literacy rate is 59.62%, while the female literacy rate is 36.25%.