Guhir
Guhir is a village located in Vada tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Vada (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Guhir village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Guhir unique in its vibrant Vada-Thane region. You’ll see Guhir’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 Guhir
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Guhir is 552028. The village spans a total geographical area of 177 hectares. Palghar is nearest town to Guhir village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Guhir 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 Vikramgad 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 Guhir
Population of Guhir
According to the 2011 Census, Guhir has a total population of about 963, with approximately 465 males and 498 females. The sex ratio is around 1070 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 96 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 950. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.21%, with male literacy at about 79.35% and female literacy near 52.01%. There are around 226 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Guhir's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 465 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 43 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 950 | 459 | 491 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 369 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 96 | 239 |
Connectivity of Guhir
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Guhir. As per the 2011 stats, Guhir 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 Guhir
Knowing the nearby villages of Guhir helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Guhir.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guhir
- Where is Guhir located?
- Guhir village is situated in Vada Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Guhir?
- Guhir serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Guhir as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Guhir is 963, with 465 males and 498 females.
- How many households are there in Guhir as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Guhir village has a total of 226 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Guhir as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Guhir is 65.21%. The male literacy rate is 79.35%, while the female literacy rate is 52.01%.