Galwada (Soegaon) - Soegaon, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Galwada (Soegaon) is a village situated in the Soegaon tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from Soegaon and around 120 km from Aurangabad. Galwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galwada (Soegaon) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galwada (Soegaon) is 548488. The village covers a total geographical area of 548 hectares and falls under the 431120 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Galwada (Soegaon) 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 (Soegaon)
As per Census 2011, Galwada (Soegaon) village has a total population of 1,855 people, consisting of 908 males and 947 females. The village has 401 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,161 literate and 694 illiterate residents. Additionally, 839 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 648 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galwada (Soegaon) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,855 | 908 | 947 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 135 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 839 | 395 | 444 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 648 | 315 | 333 |
| Literate Population | 1,161 | 656 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 694 | 252 | 442 |
Nearby Villages of Galwada (Soegaon)
Galwada (Soegaon) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonaswadi | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Soegaon | North | 2.59 km |
| Amkheda | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Wetalwadi | South | 3.64 km |
| Chinchkhede Digar | North-West | 4.27 km |
| Dakala | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Raveri | West | 4.39 km |
| Jangla Tanda | East | 4.90 km |
| Mengaon | North-West | 5.65 km |
| Janjala | South-West | 5.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Galwada (Soegaon)
Galwada (Soegaon) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jamner, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.9 km.
| 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 Pachora to Galwada (Soegaon) is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Galwada (Soegaon) is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galwada (Soegaon)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galwada (Soegaon) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Galwada (Soegaon)
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 (Soegaon) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Galwada (Soegaon)
Where is Galwada (Soegaon) located?
Galwada (Soegaon) village is located in Soegaon Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galwada (Soegaon)?
The Gram Panchayat of Galwada (Soegaon) is Galwada.
What is the pincode of Galwada (Soegaon)?
The pincode of Galwada (Soegaon) is 431120.
What is the population of Galwada (Soegaon)?
Galwada (Soegaon) has a total population of 1,855, including 908 males and 947 females.
How many households are there in Galwada (Soegaon)?
There are 401 households in Galwada (Soegaon).
What is the literacy rate in Galwada (Soegaon)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galwada (Soegaon) is 62.59%. Male literacy is 72.25% and female literacy is 53.33%.