Gangalwadi
Gangalwadi is a village located in Aundha tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Aundha (nagnath) (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Gangalwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Gangalwadi has its own place in the vibrant Hingoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gangalwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangalwadi is 546006. The village spans a total geographical area of 341.86 hectares. Hingoli is nearest town to Gangalwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gangalwadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gangalwadi
Population of Gangalwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Gangalwadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 728 | 372 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 388 | 195 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 277 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 95 | 189 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gangalwadi village:
- The total population of Gangalwadi village is around 728, including approximately 372 males and 356 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 104 children aged 0–6 years in Gangalwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gangalwadi village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 388 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gangalwadi village is about 60.99%, with male literacy at 74.46% and female literacy at 46.91%.
- There are around 141 households in Gangalwadi village.
Connectivity of Gangalwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangalwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Gangalwadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangalwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangalwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangalwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangalwadi
- Where is Gangalwadi located?
- Gangalwadi village is situated in Aundha Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangalwadi?
- Gangalwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gangalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangalwadi is 728, with 372 males and 356 females.
- How many households are there in Gangalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangalwadi village has a total of 141 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangalwadi is 60.99%. The male literacy rate is 74.46%, while the female literacy rate is 46.91%.