Gates Kh. - Wada, Palghar
Gates Kh. 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 Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gates Kh. is 552166. The village covers a total geographical area of 199 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Gates Kh. 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 Kh.
As per Census 2011, Gates Kh. village has a total population of 881 people, consisting of 460 males and 421 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 685 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 227 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gates Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 881 | 460 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 227 | 116 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 380 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 80 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Gates Kh.
Gates Kh. 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 Kh.
Gates Kh. 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 Kh. is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Gates Kh. 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 Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gates Kh. 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gates Kh.
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 Kh. 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 Kh.
Where is Gates Kh. located?
Gates Kh. village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gates Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Gates Kh. is Gates Bk.
What is the pincode of Gates Kh.?
The pincode of Gates Kh. is 421303.
What is the population of Gates Kh.?
Gates Kh. has a total population of 881, including 460 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Gates Kh.?
There are 202 households in Gates Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Gates Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gates Kh. is 77.75%. Male literacy is 82.61% and female literacy is 72.45%.