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.
Here you can discover what makes Gowade unique in its vibrant Palghar-Thane region. You’ll see Gowade’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Gowade has a total population of about 1,042, with approximately 521 males and 521 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 19 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 623. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.55%, with male literacy at about 70.83% and female literacy near 60.27%. There are around 207 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gowade's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.