Goval
Goval is a village located in Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Rajapur (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Goval village is also a gram panchayat.
Goval 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 Goval
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goval is 566155. The village spans a total geographical area of 186.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416702. Rajapur is nearest town to Goval village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Goval 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 Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Goval
Population of Goval
Below is a concise population overview of Goval as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 367 | 163 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 44 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 295 | 136 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 27 | 45 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Goval village:
- The total population of Goval village is around 367, including approximately 163 males and 204 females, with a sex ratio of 1251 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 29 children aged 0–6 years in Goval village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Goval village has 109 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Goval village is about 80.38%, with male literacy at 83.44% and female literacy at 77.94%.
- There are around 97 households in Goval village.
Connectivity of Goval
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goval. As per the 2011 stats, Goval had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Goval
Knowing the nearby villages of Goval helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goval.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goval
- Where is Goval located?
- Goval village is situated in Rajapur Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goval?
- Goval serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Goval?
- The pincode of Goval is 416702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Goval as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goval is 367, with 163 males and 204 females.
- How many households are there in Goval as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goval village has a total of 97 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goval as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goval is 80.38%. The male literacy rate is 83.44%, while the female literacy rate is 77.94%.