Gulamb - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Gulamb is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 157 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Kodali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gulamb village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulamb is 568214. The village covers a total geographical area of 1526 hectares and falls under the 416527 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Gulamb 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 Gulamb
According to the 2011 Census, Gulamb village had a total population of 433 people, including 218 males and 215 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.85%, with male literacy at 87.77% and female literacy at 64.25%.
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 | 433 | 218 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 165 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 53 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Gulamb
Gulamb 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 Gulamb
Gulamb is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Gulamb is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Gulamb is about 157 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gulamb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulamb village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gulamb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulamb 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gulamb
Where is Gulamb located?
Gulamb village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gulamb?
The Gram Panchayat of Gulamb is Kodali.
What is the pincode of Gulamb?
The pincode of Gulamb is 416527.
What is the population of Gulamb?
Gulamb had a total population of 433, including 218 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Gulamb?
Gulamb had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gulamb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulamb was 75.85%. Male literacy was 87.77% and female literacy was 64.25%.