Ghiwande
Ghiwande is a village located in Jawhar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Jawhar (tehsildar office) and 126km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Ghivanda is the gram panchayat of Ghiwande village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghiwande unique in its vibrant Jawhar-Thane region. You’ll see Ghiwande’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 Ghiwande
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghiwande is 551886. The village spans a total geographical area of 808 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401603. Jawhar is nearest town to Ghiwande village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Ghiwande
Population of Ghiwande
According to the 2011 Census, Ghiwande has a total population of about 1,932, with approximately 929 males and 1,003 females. The sex ratio is around 1079 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 471 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,924. The overall literacy rate is approximately 28.26%, with male literacy at about 34.88% and female literacy near 22.13%. There are around 407 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghiwande's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,932 | 929 | 1,003 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 471 | 223 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,924 | 925 | 999 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 324 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,386 | 605 | 781 |
Connectivity of Ghiwande
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghiwande. As per the 2011 stats, Ghiwande 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghiwande
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghiwande helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghiwande.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghiwande
- Where is Ghiwande located?
- Ghiwande village is situated in Jawhar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghiwande?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghiwande is Ghivanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghiwande?
- The pincode of Ghiwande is 401603, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghiwande as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghiwande is 1,932, with 929 males and 1,003 females.
- How many households are there in Ghiwande as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghiwande village has a total of 407 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghiwande as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghiwande is 28.26%. The male literacy rate is 34.88%, while the female literacy rate is 22.13%.