Bhoste
Bhoste is a village located in Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Khed (tehsildar office) and 123km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Bhoste village is also a gram panchayat.
Bhoste 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 Bhoste
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhoste is 565081. The village spans a total geographical area of 277.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415709. Khed is nearest town to Bhoste village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bhoste 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 Guhagar 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 Bhoste
Population of Bhoste
Below is a concise population overview of Bhoste as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 517 | 239 | 278 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 405 | 201 | 204 |
Illiterate Population | 112 | 38 | 74 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhoste village:
- The total population of Bhoste village is around 517, including approximately 239 males and 278 females, with a sex ratio of 1163 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 57 children aged 0–6 years in Bhoste village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bhoste village has 50 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Bhoste village is about 78.34%, with male literacy at 84.10% and female literacy at 73.38%.
- There are around 98 households in Bhoste village.
Connectivity of Bhoste
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhoste. As per the 2011 stats, Bhoste had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhoste
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhoste helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhoste.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhoste
- Where is Bhoste located?
- Bhoste village is situated in Khed Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhoste?
- Bhoste serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bhoste?
- The pincode of Bhoste is 415709, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhoste as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhoste is 517, with 239 males and 278 females.
- How many households are there in Bhoste as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhoste village has a total of 98 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhoste as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhoste is 78.34%. The male literacy rate is 84.10%, while the female literacy rate is 73.38%.