Gavhan
About Gavhan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gavhan village is 528467. Gavhan village is located in Shegaon tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Shegaon (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Gavan is the gram panchayat of Gavhan village.
The total geographical area of village is 639.78 hectares. Gavhan has a total population of 1,444 peoples, out of which male population is 741 while female population is 703. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 948 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gavhan village is 80.54% out of which 84.89% males and 75.96% females are literate. There are about 342 houses in gavhan village.
When it comes to administration, Gavhan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gavhan village comes under Khamgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Buldhana Lok Sabha constituency. Shegaon is nearest town to gavhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
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Population of Gavhan
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,444 | 741 | 703 |
| Children (0-6) | 167 | 81 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 206 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,163 | 629 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 112 | 169 |
Connectivity of Gavhan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gavhan
Where is Gavhan located?
Gavhan village is situated in Shegaon Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gavhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gavhan is Gavan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gavhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gavhan is 1,444, with 741 males and 703 females.
How many households are there in Gavhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gavhan village has a total of 342 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gavhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gavhan is 80.54%. The male literacy rate is 84.89%, while the female literacy rate is 75.96%.