Guhagar
Guhagar is a village located in Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 43km away from sub-district headquarter Guhagar (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri.
Here you can discover what makes Guhagar unique in its vibrant Guhagar-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Guhagar’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 Guhagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Guhagar is 565379. The village spans a total geographical area of 434.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415703. Chiplun is nearest town to Guhagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
Google Map of Guhagar
Population of Guhagar
According to the 2011 Census, Guhagar has a total population of about 2,929, with approximately 1,472 males and 1,457 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 235 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 46 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 37. The overall literacy rate is approximately 87.16%, with male literacy at about 89.13% and female literacy near 85.18%. There are around 785 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Guhagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,929 | 1,472 | 1,457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 125 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 2,553 | 1,312 | 1,241 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 160 | 216 |
Connectivity of Guhagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Guhagar. As per the 2011 stats, Guhagar 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Guhagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Guhagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Guhagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guhagar
- Where is Guhagar located?
- Guhagar village is situated in Guhagar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the pincode of Guhagar?
- The pincode of Guhagar is 415703, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Guhagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Guhagar is 2,929, with 1,472 males and 1,457 females.
- How many households are there in Guhagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Guhagar village has a total of 785 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Guhagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Guhagar is 87.16%. The male literacy rate is 89.13%, while the female literacy rate is 85.18%.