Gove - Bhiwandi, Thane
Gove is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Gove village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gove is 552659. The village covers a total geographical area of 218 hectares and falls under the 421311 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gove village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gove
According to the 2011 Census, Gove village had a total population of 4,766 people, including 2,642 males and 2,124 females, living in 1,032 households. The sex ratio was 804 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.14%, with male literacy at 82.96% and female literacy at 65.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 440, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 116.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gove
Gove is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gove
Gove is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gove.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Gove is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Gove is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gove
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gove village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gove
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gove village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gove
Where is Gove located?
Gove village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gove?
Gove is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gove?
The pincode of Gove is 421311.
What is the population of Gove?
Gove had a total population of 4,766, including 2,642 males and 2,124 females.
How many households are there in Gove?
Gove had 1,032 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gove?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gove was 75.14%. Male literacy was 82.96% and female literacy was 65.30%.