Gundave - Palghar
Gundave is a village situated in the Palghar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from Palghar and around 122 km from Thane. Dahisar T Manor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gundave village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundave is 552374. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.57 hectares and falls under the 401102 pincode. Palghar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Gundave village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boisar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundave
According to the 2011 Census, Gundave village had a total population of 850 people, including 438 males and 412 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.00%, with male literacy at 86.46% and female literacy at 67.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 808.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 850 | 438 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 76 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 808 | 414 | 394 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 313 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 125 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Gundave
Gundave 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 Gundave
Gundave is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Palghar to Gundave is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Gundave is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundave
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundave village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gundave
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundave village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gundave
Where is Gundave located?
Gundave village is located in Palghar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundave?
The Gram Panchayat of Gundave is Dahisar T Manor.
What is the pincode of Gundave?
The pincode of Gundave is 401102.
What is the population of Gundave?
Gundave had a total population of 850, including 438 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Gundave?
Gundave had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundave?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundave was 77.00%. Male literacy was 86.46% and female literacy was 67.24%.