Ghonsari - Kankavli, Sindhudurg
Ghonsari is a village situated in the Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankavli and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Ghonsari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghonsari is 566432. The village covers a total geographical area of 1558 hectares and falls under the 416601 pincode. Kankavli is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Ghonsari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghonsari
As per Census 2011, Ghonsari village has a total population of 2,262 people, consisting of 1,090 males and 1,172 females. The village has 591 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,719 literate and 543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghonsari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,262 | 1,090 | 1,172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 58 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,719 | 918 | 801 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 172 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Ghonsari
Ghonsari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurli | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Gangeshwar | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Phondaghat | South | 4.56 km |
| Lore | West | 4.86 km |
| Lore | South-West | 4.90 km |
| Ghanegadwadi | West | 5.82 km |
| Olavan | East | 5.92 km |
| Achirne | North-West | 6.05 km |
| Nimarule | North-West | 6.29 km |
| Sadure | North-East | 6.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghonsari
Ghonsari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandgaon Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kankavli to Ghonsari is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Ghonsari is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghonsari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghonsari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghonsari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghonsari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghonsari
Where is Ghonsari located?
Ghonsari village is located in Kankavli Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghonsari?
Ghonsari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghonsari?
The pincode of Ghonsari is 416601.
What is the population of Ghonsari?
Ghonsari has a total population of 2,262, including 1,090 males and 1,172 females.
How many households are there in Ghonsari?
There are 591 households in Ghonsari.
What is the literacy rate in Ghonsari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghonsari is 75.99%. Male literacy is 84.22% and female literacy is 68.34%.