Gove
Gove is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Gove village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gove unique in its vibrant Bhiwandi-Thane region. You’ll see Gove’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 Gove
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gove is 552659. The village spans a total geographical area of 218 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 421311. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Gove village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gove 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 Gove
Population of Gove
According to the 2011 Census, Gove has a total population of about 4,766, with approximately 2,642 males and 2,124 females. The sex ratio is around 803 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 700 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 440 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 116. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.10%, with male literacy at about 71.12% and female literacy near 55.37%. There are around 1,032 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gove's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,766 | 2,642 | 2,124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 700 | 377 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 440 | 238 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 56 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 3,055 | 1,879 | 1,176 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,711 | 763 | 948 |
Connectivity of Gove
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gove. As per the 2011 stats, Gove 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 Gove
Knowing the nearby villages of Gove helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gove.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gove
- Where is Gove located?
- Gove village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gove?
- Gove serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gove?
- The pincode of Gove is 421311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gove as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gove is 4,766, with 2,642 males and 2,124 females.
- How many households are there in Gove as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gove village has a total of 1,032 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gove as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gove is 64.10%. The male literacy rate is 71.12%, while the female literacy rate is 55.37%.