Gavane - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Gavane is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Gwane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gavane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gavane is 565899. The village covers a total geographical area of 1640 hectares and falls under the 416712 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gavane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gavane
As per Census 2011, Gavane village has a total population of 2,427 people, consisting of 1,129 males and 1,298 females. The village has 565 households and a sex ratio of 1,149 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,720 literate and 707 illiterate residents. Additionally, 410 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gavane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,427 | 1,129 | 1,298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 141 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 410 | 199 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,720 | 869 | 851 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 260 | 447 |
Nearby Villages of Gavane
Gavane is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramane | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Koldhe | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Kurne | North | 2.65 km |
| Zapade | South | 2.75 km |
| Virgaon | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Gautamgaon | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Kumbhargaon | West | 3.29 km |
| Pateregaon | North | 3.79 km |
| Devdhe | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Kante | South-West | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gavane
Gavane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratnagiri to Gavane is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gavane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gavane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gavane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gavane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gavane
Where is Gavane located?
Gavane village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gavane?
The Gram Panchayat of Gavane is Gwane.
What is the pincode of Gavane?
The pincode of Gavane is 416712.
What is the population of Gavane?
Gavane has a total population of 2,427, including 1,129 males and 1,298 females.
How many households are there in Gavane?
There are 565 households in Gavane.
What is the literacy rate in Gavane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gavane is 70.87%. Male literacy is 76.97% and female literacy is 65.56%.