Gove - Wai, Satara
Gove is a village situated in the Wai tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wai and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Wasole serves as the Village Panchayat for Gove village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gove is 563061. The village covers a total geographical area of 270 hectares and falls under the 415530 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gove
According to the 2011 Census, Gove village had a total population of 42 people, including 24 males and 18 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 44.44%.
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 | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 20 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 4 | 10 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Akoshi | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Panas | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Velang | East | 2.23 km |
| Asare | North | 2.40 km |
| Renawale | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Mugaon | South | 3.32 km |
| Boriv | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Duichivadi | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Nhalewadi | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Vasole | West | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gove
Public transport in the Gove is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Wathar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Wai to Gove is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Gove is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gove
Where is Gove located?
Gove village is located in Wai Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gove?
The Village Panchayat of Gove is Wasole.
What is the pincode of Gove?
The pincode of Gove is 415530.
What is the population of Gove?
Gove had a total population of 42, including 24 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Gove?
Gove had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gove?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gove was 70.00%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 44.44%.