Gavashi
Gavashi is a village located in Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Radhanagari (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Gavashi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gavashi unique in its vibrant Radhanagari-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Gavashi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gavashi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gavashi is 567550. The village spans a total geographical area of 719.81 hectares. Kolhapur is nearest town to Gavashi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Gavashi
Population of Gavashi
According to the 2011 Census, Gavashi has a total population of about 1,201, with approximately 614 males and 587 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 162 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 203 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.53%, with male literacy at about 69.71% and female literacy near 46.85%. There are around 203 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gavashi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,201 | 614 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 100 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 703 | 428 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 186 | 312 |
Connectivity of Gavashi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gavashi. As per the 2011 stats, Gavashi 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 Gavashi
Knowing the nearby villages of Gavashi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gavashi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gavashi
- Where is Gavashi located?
- Gavashi village is situated in Radhanagari Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gavashi?
- Gavashi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gavashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gavashi is 1,201, with 614 males and 587 females.
- How many households are there in Gavashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gavashi village has a total of 203 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gavashi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gavashi is 58.53%. The male literacy rate is 69.71%, while the female literacy rate is 46.85%.