Govedigar
Govedigar is a village located in Wai tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Wai (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Govedigar village is also a gram panchayat.
Govedigar has its own place in the vibrant Satara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Govedigar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Govedigar is 563161. The village spans a total geographical area of 8 hectares. Wai is nearest town to Govedigar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Govedigar 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 Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Govedigar
Population of Govedigar
Below is a concise population overview of Govedigar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 770 | 354 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 38 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 535 | 274 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 80 | 155 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Govedigar village:
- The total population of Govedigar village is around 770, including approximately 354 males and 416 females, with a sex ratio of 1175 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Govedigar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Govedigar village has 87 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Govedigar village is about 69.48%, with male literacy at 77.40% and female literacy at 62.74%.
- There are around 187 households in Govedigar village.
Connectivity of Govedigar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Govedigar. As per the 2011 stats, Govedigar 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Govedigar
Knowing the nearby villages of Govedigar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Govedigar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Govedigar
- Where is Govedigar located?
- Govedigar village is situated in Wai Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Govedigar?
- Govedigar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Govedigar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Govedigar is 770, with 354 males and 416 females.
- How many households are there in Govedigar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Govedigar village has a total of 187 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Govedigar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Govedigar is 69.48%. The male literacy rate is 77.40%, while the female literacy rate is 62.74%.