Gowane
Gowane is a village located in Dahanu tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Dahanu (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Govane is the gram panchayat of Gowane village.
Here you can discover what makes Gowane unique in its vibrant Dahanu-Thane region. You’ll see Gowane’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 Gowane
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gowane is 551736. The village spans a total geographical area of 504.61 hectares. Dahanu is nearest town to Gowane village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
As per 2019 stats, Gowane village comes under Palghar assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Gowane
Population of Gowane
According to the 2011 Census, Gowane has a total population of about 2,051, with approximately 1,026 males and 1,025 females. The sex ratio is around 999 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 358 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,888. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.10%, with male literacy at about 51.56% and female literacy near 34.63%. There are around 418 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gowane's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,051 | 1,026 | 1,025 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 193 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,888 | 940 | 948 |
| Literate Population | 884 | 529 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,167 | 497 | 670 |
Connectivity of Gowane
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gowane. As per the 2011 stats, Gowane 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gowane
Knowing the nearby villages of Gowane helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gowane.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gowane
- Where is Gowane located?
- Gowane village is situated in Dahanu Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gowane?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gowane is Govane (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gowane as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gowane is 2,051, with 1,026 males and 1,025 females.
- How many households are there in Gowane as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gowane village has a total of 418 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gowane as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gowane is 43.10%. The male literacy rate is 51.56%, while the female literacy rate is 34.63%.