Govil
About Govil
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Govil village is 565914. Govil village is located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 44km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Govil village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 915 hectares. Govil has a total population of 1,271 peoples, out of which male population is 582 while female population is 689. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1183 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of govil village is 66.88% out of which 74.57% males and 60.38% females are literate. There are about 333 houses in govil village. Pincode of govil village locality is 416701.
When it comes to administration, Govil 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, Govil village comes under Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Rajapur is nearest town to govil village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Govil
The population details of Govil cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,271 | 582 | 689 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 121 | 75 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 289 | 136 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 850 | 434 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 421 | 148 | 273 |
Connectivity of Govil
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Govil
Where is Govil located?
Govil village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Govil?
Govil serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Govil?
The pincode of Govil is 416701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Govil as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Govil is 1,271, with 582 males and 689 females.
How many households are there in Govil as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Govil village has a total of 333 households.
What is the literacy rate in Govil as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Govil is 66.88%. The male literacy rate is 74.57%, while the female literacy rate is 60.38%.