Phondaghat - Kankavli, Sindhudurg
Phondaghat is a village situated in the Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankavli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Phondaghat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phondaghat is 566433. The village covers a total geographical area of 4218.58 hectares and falls under the 416601 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Phondaghat 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 Phondaghat
As per Census 2011, Phondaghat village has a total population of 6,299 people, consisting of 3,091 males and 3,208 females. The village has 1,526 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 583 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,512 literate and 1,787 illiterate residents. Additionally, 455 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phondaghat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,299 | 3,091 | 3,208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 583 | 302 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 455 | 216 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 4,512 | 2,365 | 2,147 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,787 | 726 | 1,061 |
Nearby Villages of Phondaghat
Phondaghat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangeshwar | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Ghonsari | North | 4.56 km |
| Lore | North-West | 4.94 km |
| Kondye | South-West | 6.30 km |
| Olavan | North-East | 6.33 km |
| Lore | North-West | 6.84 km |
| Rameshwarnagar | South | 7.17 km |
| Gandhinagar | South | 7.41 km |
| Wagheri | West | 7.44 km |
| Kurli | North | 7.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phondaghat
Phondaghat 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 46.1 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Phondaghat is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Phondaghat is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phondaghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phondaghat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phondaghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phondaghat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phondaghat
Where is Phondaghat located?
Phondaghat village is located in Kankavli Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phondaghat?
Phondaghat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Phondaghat?
The pincode of Phondaghat is 416601.
What is the population of Phondaghat?
Phondaghat has a total population of 6,299, including 3,091 males and 3,208 females.
How many households are there in Phondaghat?
There are 1,526 households in Phondaghat.
What is the literacy rate in Phondaghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phondaghat is 71.63%. Male literacy is 76.51% and female literacy is 66.93%.