Gaulwadi - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Gaulwadi is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Basarge serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaulwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaulwadi is 568126. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.18 hectares and falls under the 416509 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Gaulwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaulwadi
As per Census 2011, Gaulwadi village has a total population of 519 people, consisting of 257 males and 262 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 155 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaulwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 519 | 257 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 206 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 51 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Gaulwadi
Gaulwadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gaulwadi
Public transport in the Gaulwadi is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Belgaum(karnataka) to Gaulwadi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Gaulwadi is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaulwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaulwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gaulwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaulwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gaulwadi
Where is Gaulwadi located?
Gaulwadi village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaulwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaulwadi is Basarge.
What is the pincode of Gaulwadi?
The pincode of Gaulwadi is 416509.
What is the population of Gaulwadi?
Gaulwadi has a total population of 519, including 257 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Gaulwadi?
There are 99 households in Gaulwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Gaulwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaulwadi is 70.13%. Male literacy is 80.16% and female literacy is 60.31%.