Ghativale - Sangameshwar, Ratnagiri
Ghativale is a village situated in the Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 94 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devrukh and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Ghativale village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghativale is 565863. The village covers a total geographical area of 624.27 hectares and falls under the 415803 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Ghativale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghativale
According to the 2011 Census, Ghativale village had a total population of 1,008 people, including 444 males and 564 females, living in 287 households. The sex ratio was 1,270 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.42%, with male literacy at 94.99% and female literacy at 78.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,008 | 444 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 791 | 379 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 65 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Ghativale
Ghativale is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirambavali | West | 2.01 km |
| Karanjari | North | 2.14 km |
| Ghativale Kh. | East | 2.18 km |
| Kangavali | South | 2.60 km |
| Talavade | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Nandivali | West | 3.32 km |
| Chorvane | North | 3.60 km |
| Nanij | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Veral | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Dabhole Kh. | East | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghativale
Ghativale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratnagiri to Ghativale is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghativale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghativale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghativale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghativale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghativale
Where is Ghativale located?
Ghativale village is located in Sangameshwar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ghativale?
Ghativale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghativale?
The pincode of Ghativale is 415803.
What is the population of Ghativale?
Ghativale had a total population of 1,008, including 444 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Ghativale?
Ghativale had 287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghativale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghativale was 85.42%. Male literacy was 94.99% and female literacy was 78.18%.