Gowal
About Gowal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gowal village is 564793. Gowal village is located in Mandangad tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Mandangad (tehsildar office) and 178km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Latvan is the gram panchayat of Gowal village.
The total geographical area of village is 202.52 hectares. Gowal has a total population of 18 peoples, out of which male population is 9 while female population is 9. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gowal village is 44.44% out of which 44.44% males and 44.44% females are literate. There are about 6 houses in gowal village.
When it comes to administration, Gowal 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, Gowal village comes under Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. Mahad is nearest town to gowal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
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Population of Gowal
The population details of Gowal 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 | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3 | 3 | N/A |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
Connectivity of Gowal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gowal
Where is Gowal located?
Gowal village is situated in Mandangad Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gowal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gowal is Latvan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gowal is 18, with 9 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Gowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gowal village has a total of 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gowal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gowal is 44.44%. The male literacy rate is 44.44%, while the female literacy rate is 44.44%.