Ghagwadi

Ghagwadi is a village located in Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 54km away from sub-district headquarter Khed (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Songaon is the gram panchayat of Ghagwadi village.

Ghagwadi 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 Ghagwadi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghagwadi is 565145. The village spans a total geographical area of 66.56 hectares. Chiplun is nearest town to Ghagwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Ghagwadi 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.

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Population of Ghagwadi

Below is a concise population overview of Ghagwadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 490 244 246
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 43 23 20
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 381 206 175
Illiterate Population 109 38 71

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghagwadi village:

  • The total population of Ghagwadi village is around 490, including approximately 244 males and 246 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Ghagwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Ghagwadi village is about 77.76%, with male literacy at 84.43% and female literacy at 71.14%.
  • There are around 112 households in Ghagwadi village.

Connectivity of Ghagwadi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghagwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Ghagwadi 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghagwadi

Knowing the nearby villages of Ghagwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghagwadi.

Shirgaon Kh Kotwali Ghanekhunt Matwadi Songaon Dhamandevi Dhamandevi Mohalla Lote Chirani Chirani Varchiwadi Ambadas

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghagwadi

Where is Ghagwadi located?
Ghagwadi village is situated in Khed Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghagwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghagwadi is Songaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Ghagwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghagwadi is 490, with 244 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Ghagwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghagwadi village has a total of 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghagwadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghagwadi is 77.76%. The male literacy rate is 84.43%, while the female literacy rate is 71.14%.