Bhoste Bk Village Overview
Bhoste Bk is a village in Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It lies about 2 km from Khed tehsil headquarters and around 123 km from Ratnagiri district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Bhoste is the Gram Panchayat for Bhoste Bk village.
The sections below provide essential information about Bhoste Bk village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhoste Bk is 565076. The village covers a geographical area of 3 hectares. Khed is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bhoste Bk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head of the village. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. The local administration looks after basic civic facilities and development activities within the village.
Location Map of Bhoste Bk
Population & Demographics of Bhoste Bk
This section provides population and demographic details of Bhoste Bk village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 212 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 286 | 157 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 55 | 90 |
Key population details of Bhoste Bk village are given below:
- Bhoste Bk village is a small village with a total population of around 431, including approximately 212 males and 219 females, with a sex ratio of 1033 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- The literacy level of Bhoste Bk village is good, with a literacy rate of about 66.36%.
- There are around 90 households in Bhoste Bk village.
Transport & Connectivity of Bhoste Bk
Transport facilities help residents of Bhoste Bk village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a 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 Bhoste Bk
The following villages are located close to Bhoste Bk and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhoste Bk
- Where is Bhoste Bk located?
- Bhoste Bk village is located in Khed Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhoste Bk?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhoste Bk is Bhoste (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the population of Bhoste Bk?
- Bhoste Bk has a total population of 431, including 212 males and 219 females.
- How many households are there in Bhoste Bk?
- There are 90 households in Bhoste Bk.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhoste Bk?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhoste Bk is 66.36%. Male literacy is 74.06% and female literacy is 58.90%.