Goval
Goval is a village located in Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Devgad (tehsildar office) and 59km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Goval village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Goval unique in its vibrant Devgad-Sindhudurg region. You’ll see Goval’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 Goval
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goval is 566276. The village spans a total geographical area of 1263.65 hectares. Rajapur is nearest town to Goval village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Goval
Population of Goval
According to the 2011 Census, Goval has a total population of about 1,039, with approximately 504 males and 535 females. The sex ratio is around 1061 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 100 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 69 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.87%, with male literacy at about 75.40% and female literacy near 64.67%. There are around 226 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Goval's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,039 | 504 | 535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 64 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 29 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 726 | 380 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 124 | 189 |
Connectivity of Goval
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goval. As per the 2011 stats, Goval 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Goval
Knowing the nearby villages of Goval helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goval.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goval
- Where is Goval located?
- Goval village is situated in Devgad Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goval?
- Goval serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Goval as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goval is 1,039, with 504 males and 535 females.
- How many households are there in Goval as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goval village has a total of 226 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goval as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goval is 69.87%. The male literacy rate is 75.40%, while the female literacy rate is 64.67%.