Dive
Dive is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Dive village is also a gram panchayat.
Dive has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 Dive
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dive is 552487. The village spans a total geographical area of 340 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Dive village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dive 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 Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dive
Population of Dive
Below is a concise population overview of Dive 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 | 2,062 | 1,060 | 1,002 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 130 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,613 | 887 | 726 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 173 | 276 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dive village:
- The total population of Dive village is around 2,062, including approximately 1,060 males and 1,002 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 230 children aged 0–6 years in Dive village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dive village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dive village is about 78.23%, with male literacy at 83.68% and female literacy at 72.46%.
- There are around 422 households in Dive village.
Connectivity of Dive
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dive. As per the 2011 stats, Dive 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dive
Knowing the nearby villages of Dive helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dive.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dive
- Where is Dive located?
- Dive village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dive?
- Dive serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dive as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dive is 2,062, with 1,060 males and 1,002 females.
- How many households are there in Dive as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dive village has a total of 422 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dive as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dive is 78.23%. The male literacy rate is 83.68%, while the female literacy rate is 72.46%.