Gaontale
Gaontale is a village located in Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Dapoli Camp (tehsildar office) and 180km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Gaontale village is also a gram panchayat.
Gaontale has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gaontale
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaontale is 564951. The village spans a total geographical area of 399.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415711. Dapoli Camp is nearest town to Gaontale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gaontale village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gaontale
Population of Gaontale
Below is a concise population overview of Gaontale as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 681 | 327 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 23 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 276 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 51 | 101 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gaontale village:
- The total population of Gaontale village is around 681, including approximately 327 males and 354 females, with a sex ratio of 1082 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Gaontale village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gaontale village has 59 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gaontale village is about 77.68%, with male literacy at 84.40% and female literacy at 71.47%.
- There are around 159 households in Gaontale village.
Connectivity of Gaontale
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaontale. As per the 2011 stats, Gaontale had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gaontale
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaontale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaontale.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaontale
- Where is Gaontale located?
- Gaontale village is situated in Dapoli Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaontale?
- Gaontale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gaontale?
- The pincode of Gaontale is 415711, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaontale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaontale is 681, with 327 males and 354 females.
- How many households are there in Gaontale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaontale village has a total of 159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaontale as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaontale is 77.68%. The male literacy rate is 84.40%, while the female literacy rate is 71.47%.