Vikhare Gothane
Vikhare Gothane is a village located in Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Rajapur (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Mahaluge is the gram panchayat of Vikhare Gothane village.
Here you can discover what makes Vikhare Gothane unique in its vibrant Rajapur-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Vikhare Gothane’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Vikhare Gothane
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vikhare Gothane is 566090. The village spans a total geographical area of 594.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416702. Rajapur is nearest town to Vikhare Gothane village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vikhare Gothane 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 Vikhare Gothane
Population of Vikhare Gothane
According to the 2011 Census, Vikhare Gothane has a total population of about 488, with approximately 213 males and 275 females. The sex ratio is around 1291 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 18 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.34%, with male literacy at about 75.59% and female literacy near 55.64%. There are around 141 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vikhare Gothane's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 488 | 213 | 275 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 17 | 28 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 314 | 161 | 153 |
Illiterate Population | 174 | 52 | 122 |
Connectivity of Vikhare Gothane
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vikhare Gothane. As per the 2011 stats, Vikhare Gothane had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vikhare Gothane
Knowing the nearby villages of Vikhare Gothane helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vikhare Gothane.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vikhare Gothane
- Where is Vikhare Gothane located?
- Vikhare Gothane village is situated in Rajapur Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vikhare Gothane?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vikhare Gothane is Mahaluge (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vikhare Gothane?
- The pincode of Vikhare Gothane is 416702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vikhare Gothane as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vikhare Gothane is 488, with 213 males and 275 females.
- How many households are there in Vikhare Gothane as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vikhare Gothane village has a total of 141 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vikhare Gothane as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vikhare Gothane is 64.34%. The male literacy rate is 75.59%, while the female literacy rate is 55.64%.