Gowade
Gowade is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Gowade village is also a gram panchayat.
Gowade has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gowade
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gowade is 552362. The village spans a total geographical area of 423.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401404. Palghar is nearest town to Gowade village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gowade 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 Boisar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gowade
Population of Gowade
Below is a concise population overview of Gowade as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,042 | 521 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 76 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 623 | 310 | 313 |
| Literate Population | 683 | 369 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 152 | 207 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gowade village:
- The total population of Gowade village is around 1,042, including approximately 521 males and 521 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 148 children aged 0–6 years in Gowade village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gowade village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 623 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gowade village is about 65.55%, with male literacy at 70.83% and female literacy at 60.27%.
- There are around 207 households in Gowade village.
Connectivity of Gowade
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gowade. As per the 2011 stats, Gowade 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 Gowade
Knowing the nearby villages of Gowade helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gowade.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gowade
- Where is Gowade located?
- Gowade village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gowade?
- Gowade serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gowade?
- The pincode of Gowade is 401404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gowade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gowade is 1,042, with 521 males and 521 females.
- How many households are there in Gowade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gowade village has a total of 207 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gowade as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gowade is 65.55%. The male literacy rate is 70.83%, while the female literacy rate is 60.27%.