Gavhan
About Gavhan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gavhan village is 553448. Gavhan village is located in Panvel tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Panvel (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Gavhan village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1132 hectares. Gavhan has a total population of 8,411 peoples, out of which male population is 4,270 while female population is 4,141. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 969 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gavhan village is 75.28% out of which 81.48% males and 68.90% females are literate. There are about 1,894 houses in gavhan village.
When it comes to administration, Gavhan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gavhan village comes under Uran Vidhan Sabha constituency & Maval Lok Sabha constituency. Panvel is nearest town to gavhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
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Population of Gavhan
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,411 | 4,270 | 4,141 |
| Children (0-6) | 926 | 482 | 444 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,283 | 1,663 | 1,620 |
| Literate Population | 6,332 | 3,479 | 2,853 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,079 | 791 | 1,288 |
Connectivity of Gavhan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gavhan
Where is Gavhan located?
Gavhan village is situated in Panvel Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gavhan?
Gavhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Gavhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gavhan is 8,411, with 4,270 males and 4,141 females.
How many households are there in Gavhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gavhan village has a total of 1,894 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gavhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gavhan is 75.28%. The male literacy rate is 81.48%, while the female literacy rate is 68.90%.