Ghanval - Mokhada, Palghar
Ghanval is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Mokhada and around 120 km from Thane. Hirve serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghanval village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghanval is 551961. The village covers a total geographical area of 823.96 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Ghanval village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghanval
As per Census 2011, Ghanval village has a total population of 1,419 people, consisting of 715 males and 704 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 635 literate and 784 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,401 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghanval are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,419 | 715 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 88 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,401 | 706 | 695 |
| Literate Population | 635 | 394 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 784 | 321 | 463 |
Nearby Villages of Ghanval
Ghanval 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 Ghanval
Ghanval 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Ghanval is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Ghanval is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghanval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghanval village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghanval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghanval village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ghanval
Where is Ghanval located?
Ghanval village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghanval?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghanval is Hirve.
What is the pincode of Ghanval?
The pincode of Ghanval is 401604.
What is the population of Ghanval?
Ghanval has a total population of 1,419, including 715 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Ghanval?
There are 290 households in Ghanval.
What is the literacy rate in Ghanval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghanval is 44.75%. Male literacy is 55.10% and female literacy is 34.23%.