Ghanekhunt

Ghanekhunt is a village located in Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Khed (tehsildar office) and 119km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Ghanekhunt village is also a gram panchayat.

Ghanekhunt has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri 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 Ghanekhunt

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghanekhunt is 565142. The village spans a total geographical area of 619 hectares. Khed is nearest town to Ghanekhunt village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

When it comes to local governance, Ghanekhunt 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 Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad 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 Ghanekhunt

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,945 2,102 1,843
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 468 246 222
Scheduled Castes (SC) 294 146 148
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 18 11 7
Literate Population 3,150 1,772 1,378
Illiterate Population 795 330 465

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

  • The total population of Ghanekhunt village is around 3,945, including approximately 2,102 males and 1,843 females, with a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 468 children aged 0–6 years in Ghanekhunt village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghanekhunt village has 294 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 18 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ghanekhunt village is about 79.85%, with male literacy at 84.30% and female literacy at 74.77%.
  • There are around 986 households in Ghanekhunt village.

Connectivity of Ghanekhunt

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghanekhunt. As per the 2011 stats, Ghanekhunt 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghanekhunt

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghanekhunt

Where is Ghanekhunt located?
Ghanekhunt village is situated in Khed Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghanekhunt?
Ghanekhunt serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Ghanekhunt as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghanekhunt is 3,945, with 2,102 males and 1,843 females.
How many households are there in Ghanekhunt as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghanekhunt village has a total of 986 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghanekhunt as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghanekhunt is 79.85%. The male literacy rate is 84.30%, while the female literacy rate is 74.77%.