Galwada (B) - Soegaon, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Galwada (B) is a village situated in the Soegaon tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from Soegaon and around 160 km from Aurangabad. Nimbhora serves as the Village Panchayat for Galwada (B) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galwada (B) is 548440. The village covers a total geographical area of 548 hectares and falls under the 431120 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Galwada (B) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sillod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galwada (B)
According to the 2011 Census, Galwada (B) village had a total population of 632 people, including 342 males and 290 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.26%, with male literacy at 87.87% and female literacy at 63.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 632 | 342 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 37 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 268 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 74 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Galwada (B)
Galwada (B) 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 Galwada (B)
Galwada (B) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Galwada (B).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachora to Galwada (B) is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Galwada (B) is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galwada (B)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galwada (B) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Galwada (B)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galwada (B) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Galwada (B)
Where is Galwada (B) located?
Galwada (B) village is located in Soegaon Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Galwada (B)?
The Village Panchayat of Galwada (B) is Nimbhora.
What is the pincode of Galwada (B)?
The pincode of Galwada (B) is 431120.
What is the population of Galwada (B)?
Galwada (B) had a total population of 632, including 342 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Galwada (B)?
Galwada (B) had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galwada (B)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galwada (B) was 76.26%. Male literacy was 87.87% and female literacy was 63.24%.