Gholwa
Gholwa is a village located in Kalamnuri tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kalamnuri (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Gholwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Gholwa 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 Gholwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gholwa is 546157. The village spans a total geographical area of 649 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431702. Kalamnuri is nearest town to Gholwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gholwa 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 Gholwa
Population of Gholwa
Below is a concise population overview of Gholwa 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 | 1,421 | 741 | 680 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 105 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,003 | 538 | 465 |
| Literate Population | 910 | 527 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 214 | 297 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gholwa village:
- The total population of Gholwa village is around 1,421, including approximately 741 males and 680 females, with a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 209 children aged 0–6 years in Gholwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gholwa village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,003 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gholwa village is about 64.04%, with male literacy at 71.12% and female literacy at 56.32%.
- There are around 272 households in Gholwa village.
Connectivity of Gholwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gholwa. As per the 2011 stats, Gholwa 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gholwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Gholwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gholwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gholwa
- Where is Gholwa located?
- Gholwa village is situated in Kalamnuri Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gholwa?
- Gholwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gholwa?
- The pincode of Gholwa is 431702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gholwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gholwa is 1,421, with 741 males and 680 females.
- How many households are there in Gholwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gholwa village has a total of 272 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gholwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gholwa is 64.04%. The male literacy rate is 71.12%, while the female literacy rate is 56.32%.