Gavhali - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Gavhali is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Gavahli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gavhali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gavhali is 525119. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.37 hectares and falls under the 425419 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Gavhali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gavhali
As per Census 2011, Gavhali village has a total population of 946 people, consisting of 466 males and 480 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 580 literate and 366 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 914 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gavhali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 946 | 466 | 480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 53 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 914 | 450 | 464 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 307 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 159 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Gavhali
Gavhali is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gavhali
Gavhali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Talode to Gavhali is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Gavhali is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gavhali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gavhali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gavhali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gavhali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gavhali
Where is Gavhali located?
Gavhali village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gavhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Gavhali is Gavahli.
What is the pincode of Gavhali?
The pincode of Gavhali is 425419.
What is the population of Gavhali?
Gavhali has a total population of 946, including 466 males and 480 females.
How many households are there in Gavhali?
There are 202 households in Gavhali.
What is the literacy rate in Gavhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gavhali is 61.31%. Male literacy is 65.88% and female literacy is 56.88%.