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.
Here you can discover what makes Gaontale unique in its vibrant Dapoli-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Gaontale’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Gaontale has a total population of about 681, with approximately 327 males and 354 females. The sex ratio is around 1082 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 69 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 59 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.68%, with male literacy at about 84.40% and female literacy near 71.47%. There are around 159 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaontale's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.