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.

Here you can discover what makes Dive unique in its vibrant Bhiwandi-Thane region. You’ll see Dive’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 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.

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Population of Dive

According to the 2011 Census, Dive has a total population of about 2,062, with approximately 1,060 males and 1,002 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 230 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 29 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.23%, with male literacy at about 83.68% and female literacy near 72.46%. There are around 422 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dive's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.