Gherapalgad
About Gherapalgad
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gherapalgad village is 564975. Gherapalgad village is located in Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Khed (tehsildar office) and 142km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Ghera Palgad is the gram panchayat of Gherapalgad village.
The total geographical area of village is 971.56 hectares. Gherapalgad has a total population of 901 peoples, out of which male population is 447 while female population is 454. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1015 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gherapalgad village is 69.59% out of which 79.87% males and 59.47% females are literate. There are about 243 houses in gherapalgad village.
When it comes to administration, Gherapalgad village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gherapalgad village comes under Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. Khed is nearest town to gherapalgad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Gherapalgad
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 901 | 447 | 454 |
| Literate Population | 627 | 357 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 90 | 184 |
Connectivity of Gherapalgad
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gherapalgad
Where is Gherapalgad located?
Gherapalgad village is situated in Khed Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gherapalgad?
The Gram Panchayat of Gherapalgad is Ghera Palgad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gherapalgad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gherapalgad is 901, with 447 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Gherapalgad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gherapalgad village has a total of 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gherapalgad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gherapalgad is 69.59%. The male literacy rate is 79.87%, while the female literacy rate is 59.47%.