Bhovade
About Bhovade
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bhovade village is 565869. Bhovade village is located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Keerbet is the gram panchayat of Bhovade village.
The total geographical area of village is 909.43 hectares. Bhovade has a total population of 795 peoples, out of which male population is 343 while female population is 452. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1317 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bhovade village is 62.77% out of which 76.38% males and 52.43% females are literate. There are about 208 houses in bhovade village.
When it comes to administration, Bhovade 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, Bhovade village comes under Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Ratnagiri is nearest town to bhovade village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
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Population of Bhovade
The population details of Bhovade 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 | 795 | 343 | 452 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 262 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 81 | 215 |
Connectivity of Bhovade
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bhovade
Where is Bhovade located?
Bhovade village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhovade?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhovade is Keerbet (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Bhovade as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhovade is 795, with 343 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Bhovade as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhovade village has a total of 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhovade as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhovade is 62.77%. The male literacy rate is 76.38%, while the female literacy rate is 52.43%.