Ghativale
Ghativale is a village located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 94km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Ghativale village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghativale unique in its vibrant Sangameshwar-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Ghativale’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 Ghativale
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghativale is 565863. The village spans a total geographical area of 624.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415807. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Ghativale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghativale 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 Chiplun 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 Ghativale
Population of Ghativale
According to the 2011 Census, Ghativale has a total population of about 1,008, with approximately 444 males and 564 females. The sex ratio is around 1270 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 82 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.47%, with male literacy at about 85.36% and female literacy near 73.05%. There are around 287 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghativale's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,008 | 444 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 791 | 379 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 65 | 152 |
Connectivity of Ghativale
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghativale. As per the 2011 stats, Ghativale 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghativale
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghativale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghativale.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghativale
- Where is Ghativale located?
- Ghativale village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghativale?
- Ghativale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghativale?
- The pincode of Ghativale is 415807, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghativale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghativale is 1,008, with 444 males and 564 females.
- How many households are there in Ghativale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghativale village has a total of 287 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghativale as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghativale is 78.47%. The male literacy rate is 85.36%, while the female literacy rate is 73.05%.