Honad
Honad is a village located in Khalapur tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Khalapur (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Honad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Honad unique in its vibrant Khalapur-Raigarh region. You’ll see Honad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Honad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Honad is 553767. The village spans a total geographical area of 201.72 hectares. Khopoli is nearest town to Honad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Honad 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 Karjat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Maval Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Honad
Population of Honad
According to the 2011 Census, Honad has a total population of about 1,298, with approximately 844 males and 454 females. The sex ratio is around 537 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 25 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 168. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.81%, with male literacy at about 81.87% and female literacy near 70.26%. There are around 332 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Honad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,298 | 844 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 67 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 94 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 691 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 153 | 135 |
Connectivity of Honad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Honad. As per the 2011 stats, Honad 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Honad
Knowing the nearby villages of Honad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Honad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Honad
- Where is Honad located?
- Honad village is situated in Khalapur Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Honad?
- Honad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Honad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Honad is 1,298, with 844 males and 454 females.
- How many households are there in Honad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Honad village has a total of 332 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Honad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Honad is 77.81%. The male literacy rate is 81.87%, while the female literacy rate is 70.26%.