Ghonaspur - Mahabaleshwar, Satara
Ghonaspur is a village situated in the Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahabaleshwar and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Chaturbet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghonaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghonaspur is 562951. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.6 hectares and falls under the 412806 pincode. Mahabaleshwar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Ghonaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghonaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Ghonaspur village had a total population of 81 people, including 36 males and 45 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.57%, with male literacy at 77.42% and female literacy at 60.47%.
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 | 81 | 36 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 12 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Ghonaspur
Ghonaspur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaturbet | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Hatlot | North | 2.69 km |
| Dabhe Mohan | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Biramani | West | 3.63 km |
| Zanzwad | East | 4.35 km |
| Kandoshi | South-West | 4.85 km |
| Goroshi | North-East | 4.91 km |
| Kasrud | North | 5.30 km |
| Birmani | North | 5.49 km |
| Shirnar | South-East | 5.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghonaspur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghonaspur. The nearest railway station is Diwankhavati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Mahabaleshwar to Ghonaspur is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Ghonaspur is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghonaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghonaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghonaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghonaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghonaspur
Where is Ghonaspur located?
Ghonaspur village is located in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghonaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghonaspur is Chaturbet.
What is the pincode of Ghonaspur?
The pincode of Ghonaspur is 412806.
What is the population of Ghonaspur?
Ghonaspur had a total population of 81, including 36 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Ghonaspur?
Ghonaspur had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghonaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghonaspur was 67.57%. Male literacy was 77.42% and female literacy was 60.47%.