Gaonkhadi

Gaonkhadi is a village located in Ratnagiri tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Ratnagiri (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Gavkhadi is the gram panchayat of Gaonkhadi village.

Gaonkhadi 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 Gaonkhadi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaonkhadi is 565666. The village spans a total geographical area of 1455 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415626. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Gaonkhadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gaonkhadi 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 Ratnagiri 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.

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Population of Gaonkhadi

Below is a concise population overview of Gaonkhadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,327 1,574 1,753
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 268 155 113
Scheduled Castes (SC) 36 15 21
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 1 2
Literate Population 2,602 1,332 1,270
Illiterate Population 725 242 483

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gaonkhadi village:

  • The total population of Gaonkhadi village is around 3,327, including approximately 1,574 males and 1,753 females, with a sex ratio of 1113 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 268 children aged 0–6 years in Gaonkhadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gaonkhadi village has 36 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gaonkhadi village is about 78.21%, with male literacy at 84.63% and female literacy at 72.45%.
  • There are around 792 households in Gaonkhadi village.

Connectivity of Gaonkhadi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaonkhadi. As per the 2011 stats, Gaonkhadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gaonkhadi

Knowing the nearby villages of Gaonkhadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaonkhadi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gaonkhadi

Where is Gaonkhadi located?
Gaonkhadi village is situated in Ratnagiri Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaonkhadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaonkhadi is Gavkhadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gaonkhadi?
The pincode of Gaonkhadi is 415626, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gaonkhadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaonkhadi is 3,327, with 1,574 males and 1,753 females.
How many households are there in Gaonkhadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gaonkhadi village has a total of 792 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaonkhadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaonkhadi is 78.21%. The male literacy rate is 84.63%, while the female literacy rate is 72.45%.