Gurewadi - Jamkhed, Ahilyanagar
Gurewadi is a village situated in the Jamkhed tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Jamkhed and around 90 km from Ahmadnagar. Gurewadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurewadi is 558699. The village covers a total geographical area of 767.76 hectares and falls under the 413201 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Gurewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Gurewadi village had a total population of 560 people, including 293 males and 267 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.24%, with male literacy at 83.08% and female literacy at 55.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 560 | 293 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 16 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 221 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 72 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Gurewadi
Gurewadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gurewadi
Gurewadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Gurewadi is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gurewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gurewadi
Where is Gurewadi located?
Gurewadi village is located in Jamkhed Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gurewadi?
Gurewadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gurewadi?
The pincode of Gurewadi is 413201.
What is the population of Gurewadi?
Gurewadi had a total population of 560, including 293 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Gurewadi?
Gurewadi had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurewadi was 70.24%. Male literacy was 83.08% and female literacy was 55.88%.