Kaundhar Tamhane Village Overview
Kaundhar Tamhane is a village in Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It lies about 28 km from Chiplun tehsil headquarters and around 115 km from Ratnagiri district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Kaundhar Tamhane village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Kaundhar Tamhane village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaundhar Tamhane is 565201. The village covers a geographical area of 723.24 hectares and has a pincode of 415702. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kaundhar Tamhane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head of the village. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. The local administration looks after basic civic facilities and development activities within the village.
Location Map of Kaundhar Tamhane
Population & Demographics of Kaundhar Tamhane
This section provides population and demographic details of Kaundhar Tamhane village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,247 | 590 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 892 | 469 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 121 | 234 |
Key population details of Kaundhar Tamhane village are given below:
- Kaundhar Tamhane village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,247, including approximately 590 males and 657 females, with a sex ratio of 1113 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 7 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Kaundhar Tamhane village is good, with a literacy rate of about 71.53%.
- There are around 315 households in Kaundhar Tamhane village.
Transport & Connectivity of Kaundhar Tamhane
Transport facilities help residents of Kaundhar Tamhane village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kaundhar Tamhane
The following villages are located close to Kaundhar Tamhane and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaundhar Tamhane
- Where is Kaundhar Tamhane located?
- Kaundhar Tamhane village is located in Chiplun Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaundhar Tamhane?
- Kaundhar Tamhane is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Kaundhar Tamhane?
- The pincode of Kaundhar Tamhane is 415702.
- What is the population of Kaundhar Tamhane?
- Kaundhar Tamhane has a total population of 1,247, including 590 males and 657 females.
- How many households are there in Kaundhar Tamhane?
- There are 315 households in Kaundhar Tamhane.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaundhar Tamhane?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaundhar Tamhane is 71.53%. Male literacy is 79.49% and female literacy is 64.38%.