Gelavade
Gelavade is a village located in Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Shahuwadi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Gelawade is the gram panchayat of Gelavade village.
Here you can discover what makes Gelavade unique in its vibrant Shahuwadi-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Gelavade’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gelavade
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gelavade is 567042. The village spans a total geographical area of 1222.1 hectares. Malkapur is nearest town to Gelavade village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Gelavade
Population of Gelavade
According to the 2011 Census, Gelavade has a total population of about 653, with approximately 334 males and 319 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 79 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 112 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.40%, with male literacy at about 75.75% and female literacy near 50.47%. There are around 112 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gelavade's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 653 | 334 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 414 | 253 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 81 | 158 |
Connectivity of Gelavade
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gelavade. As per the 2011 stats, Gelavade 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gelavade
Knowing the nearby villages of Gelavade helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gelavade.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gelavade
- Where is Gelavade located?
- Gelavade village is situated in Shahuwadi Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gelavade?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gelavade is Gelawade (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gelavade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gelavade is 653, with 334 males and 319 females.
- How many households are there in Gelavade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gelavade village has a total of 112 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gelavade as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gelavade is 63.40%. The male literacy rate is 75.75%, while the female literacy rate is 50.47%.