Garadwadi - Shevgaon, Ahilyanagar
Garadwadi is a village situated in the Shevgaon tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from Shevgaon and around 50 km from Ahmadnagar. Dhorjalgaonshe serves as the Village Panchayat for Garadwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garadwadi is 557831. The village covers a total geographical area of 436 hectares and falls under the 414501 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Garadwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shevgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garadwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Garadwadi village had a total population of 836 people, including 422 males and 414 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.76%, with male literacy at 86.07% and female literacy at 69.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) 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 | 836 | 422 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 56 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 315 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 107 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Garadwadi
Garadwadi 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 Garadwadi
Garadwadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Garadwadi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garadwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garadwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garadwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garadwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garadwadi
Where is Garadwadi located?
Garadwadi village is located in Shevgaon Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Garadwadi?
The Village Panchayat of Garadwadi is Dhorjalgaonshe.
What is the pincode of Garadwadi?
The pincode of Garadwadi is 414501.
What is the population of Garadwadi?
Garadwadi had a total population of 836, including 422 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Garadwadi?
Garadwadi had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garadwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garadwadi was 77.76%. Male literacy was 86.07% and female literacy was 69.48%.