Gavan

Gavan is a village located in Vengurla tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Vengurla (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Parulebajar is the gram panchayat of Gavan village.

Gavan has its own place in the vibrant Sindhudurg 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 Gavan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gavan is 566636. The village spans a total geographical area of 699.68 hectares. Vengurla is nearest town to Gavan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Gavan

Below is a concise population overview of Gavan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 851 404 447
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 53 28 25
Scheduled Castes (SC) 250 118 132
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 652 343 309
Illiterate Population 199 61 138

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gavan village:

  • The total population of Gavan village is around 851, including approximately 404 males and 447 females, with a sex ratio of 1106 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Gavan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gavan village has 250 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gavan village is about 76.62%, with male literacy at 84.90% and female literacy at 69.13%.
  • There are around 212 households in Gavan village.

Connectivity of Gavan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gavan. As per the 2011 stats, Gavan 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 Gavan

Knowing the nearby villages of Gavan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gavan.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gavan

Where is Gavan located?
Gavan village is situated in Vengurla Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gavan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gavan is Parulebajar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gavan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gavan is 851, with 404 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Gavan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gavan village has a total of 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gavan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gavan is 76.62%. The male literacy rate is 84.90%, while the female literacy rate is 69.13%.