Galwade Kh. - Amalner, Jalgaon
Galwade Kh. 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 65 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Galvade Kh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galwade Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galwade Kh. is 527496. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.36 hectares and falls under the 425401 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Galwade Kh. 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 Kh.
As per Census 2011, Galwade Kh. village has a total population of 636 people, consisting of 341 males and 295 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 432 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 106 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galwade Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 636 | 341 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 41 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 57 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 432 | 255 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 86 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Galwade Kh.
Galwade Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dheku Charam | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Galwade Bk. | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Shirsale Kh. | West | 2.08 km |
| Zadi | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Ambasan | South | 2.57 km |
| Atale | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Jaitpir | North | 3.26 km |
| Shirsale Bk. | West | 3.56 km |
| Pimpale Kh. | South-West | 3.88 km |
| Dhar | North-East | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Galwade Kh.
Galwade Kh. 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 52.3 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalner to Galwade Kh. is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Galwade Kh. is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galwade Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galwade Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Galwade Kh.
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 Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Galwade Kh.
Where is Galwade Kh. located?
Galwade Kh. village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galwade Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Galwade Kh. is Galvade Kh.
What is the pincode of Galwade Kh.?
The pincode of Galwade Kh. is 425401.
What is the population of Galwade Kh.?
Galwade Kh. has a total population of 636, including 341 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Galwade Kh.?
There are 144 households in Galwade Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Galwade Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galwade Kh. is 67.92%. Male literacy is 74.78% and female literacy is 60.00%.