Ghodwadi - Homnabad, Bidar
Ghodwadi is a village situated in the Homnabad taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Homnabad and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Ghodwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodwadi is 600258. The village covers a total geographical area of 719.48 hectares and falls under the 585418 pincode. Basavakalyan is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Ghodwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Homnabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghodwadi
As per Census 2011, Ghodwadi village has a total population of 4,499 people, consisting of 2,338 males and 2,161 females. The village has 675 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 643 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,830 literate and 1,669 illiterate residents. Additionally, 603 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghodwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,499 | 2,338 | 2,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 643 | 338 | 305 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 603 | 311 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 41 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 2,830 | 1,657 | 1,173 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,669 | 681 | 988 |
Nearby Villages of Ghodwadi
Ghodwadi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hunsnal | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Gadiraipalli | West | 3.53 km |
| Warwatti | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Ghatboral | South-West | 4.05 km |
| Gorta (b) | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Halgorta | North | 4.94 km |
| Kumarchincholi | East | 5.65 km |
| Handikhera | South-East | 5.66 km |
| Kadepur | West | 5.73 km |
| Chandanahalli | South-East | 5.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghodwadi
Ghodwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhalki, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basavakalyan to Ghodwadi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Ghodwadi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghodwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghodwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghodwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghodwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghodwadi
Where is Ghodwadi located?
Ghodwadi village is located in Homnabad Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghodwadi?
Ghodwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghodwadi?
The pincode of Ghodwadi is 585418.
What is the population of Ghodwadi?
Ghodwadi has a total population of 4,499, including 2,338 males and 2,161 females.
How many households are there in Ghodwadi?
There are 675 households in Ghodwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodwadi is 62.90%. Male literacy is 70.87% and female literacy is 54.28%.