Gove - Satara
Gove is a village situated in the Satara tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from Satara, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gove village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gove is 563770. The village covers a total geographical area of 993 hectares and falls under the 415015 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gove village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gove
As per Census 2011, Gove village has a total population of 2,623 people, consisting of 1,363 males and 1,260 females. The village has 542 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 226 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,162 literate and 461 illiterate residents. Additionally, 257 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gove are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,623 | 1,363 | 1,260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 138 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 131 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 2,162 | 1,172 | 990 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 191 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Gove
Gove 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nikamwadi | North | 2.72 km |
| Govedigar | North | 2.81 km |
| Malgaon | East | 2.87 km |
| Mardhe | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Vangal | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Limb | South | 3.52 km |
| Jamb | North-West | 4.09 km |
| Kholvadi | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Nhalewadi | East | 4.52 km |
| Anewadi | West | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gove
Gove is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jarandeshwar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satara to Gove is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gove
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gove village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gove
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gove village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gove
Where is Gove located?
Gove village is located in Satara Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gove?
Gove is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gove?
The pincode of Gove is 415015.
What is the population of Gove?
Gove has a total population of 2,623, including 1,363 males and 1,260 females.
How many households are there in Gove?
There are 542 households in Gove.
What is the literacy rate in Gove?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gove is 82.42%. Male literacy is 85.99% and female literacy is 78.57%.