Margtamhane Kh. - Chiplun, Ratnagiri
Margtamhane Kh. is a village situated in the Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chiplun and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Margathamhane Kd serves as the Village Panchayat for Margtamhane Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Margtamhane Kh. is 565203. The village covers a total geographical area of 463.95 hectares and falls under the 415702 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Margtamhane Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Margtamhane Kh.
According to the 2011 Census, Margtamhane Kh. village had a total population of 855 people, including 433 males and 422 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.29%, with male literacy at 93.64% and female literacy at 84.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 203.
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 | 855 | 433 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 100 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 692 | 368 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 65 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Margtamhane Kh.
Margtamhane Kh. 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 Margtamhane Kh.
Margtamhane Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Chiplun to Margtamhane Kh. is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Margtamhane Kh. is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Margtamhane Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Margtamhane Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Margtamhane Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Margtamhane Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Margtamhane Kh.
Where is Margtamhane Kh. located?
Margtamhane Kh. village is located in Chiplun Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Margtamhane Kh.?
The Village Panchayat of Margtamhane Kh. is Margathamhane Kd.
What is the pincode of Margtamhane Kh.?
The pincode of Margtamhane Kh. is 415702.
What is the population of Margtamhane Kh.?
Margtamhane Kh. had a total population of 855, including 433 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Margtamhane Kh.?
Margtamhane Kh. had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Margtamhane Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Margtamhane Kh. was 89.29%. Male literacy was 93.64% and female literacy was 84.82%.