Gates Bk. - Wada, Palghar
Gates Bk. is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from Vada and around 59 km from Thane. Gates Bk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gates Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gates Bk. is 552165. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Gates Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gates Bk.
As per Census 2011, Gates Bk. village has a total population of 1,134 people, consisting of 651 males and 483 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 741 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 851 literate and 283 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 433 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gates Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,134 | 651 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 44 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 433 | 224 | 209 |
| Literate Population | 851 | 517 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 134 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Gates Bk.
Gates Bk. 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 Gates Bk.
Gates Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Gates Bk. is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Gates Bk. is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gates Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gates Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gates Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gates Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gates Bk.
Where is Gates Bk. located?
Gates Bk. village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gates Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Gates Bk. is Gates Bk.
What is the pincode of Gates Bk.?
The pincode of Gates Bk. is 421303.
What is the population of Gates Bk.?
Gates Bk. has a total population of 1,134, including 651 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Gates Bk.?
There are 259 households in Gates Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Gates Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gates Bk. is 75.04%. Male literacy is 79.42% and female literacy is 69.15%.