Galwade Bk. - Amalner, Jalgaon
Galwade Bk. is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Galvade Bk serves as the Village Panchayat for Galwade Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galwade Bk. is 527495. The village covers a total geographical area of 767.03 hectares and falls under the 425401 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Galwade Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amalner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galwade Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Galwade Bk. village had a total population of 1,269 people, including 644 males and 625 females, living in 266 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.84%, with male literacy at 80.07% and female literacy at 61.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 221.
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 | 1,269 | 644 | 625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 52 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 106 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 804 | 462 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 182 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Galwade Bk.
Galwade Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Galwade Kh. | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Dhar | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Dhanore | North | 2.75 km |
| Jaitpir | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Malpur | East | 3.35 km |
| Dheku Charam | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Zadi | West | 3.64 km |
| Ambasan | South | 3.92 km |
| Shirsale Kh. | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Ranjane | East | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Galwade Bk.
Galwade Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhortex, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalner to Galwade Bk. is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Galwade Bk. is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galwade Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galwade Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Galwade Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galwade Bk. 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 Galwade Bk.
Where is Galwade Bk. located?
Galwade Bk. village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Galwade Bk.?
The Village Panchayat of Galwade Bk. is Galvade Bk.
What is the pincode of Galwade Bk.?
The pincode of Galwade Bk. is 425401.
What is the population of Galwade Bk.?
Galwade Bk. had a total population of 1,269, including 644 males and 625 females.
How many households are there in Galwade Bk.?
Galwade Bk. had 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galwade Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galwade Bk. was 70.84%. Male literacy was 80.07% and female literacy was 61.29%.