Gaurwad
Gaurwad is a village located in Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Shirol (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Gaurwad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gaurwad unique in its vibrant Shirol-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Gaurwad’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 Gaurwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaurwad is 567361. The village spans a total geographical area of 248.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416104. Kurundvad is nearest town to Gaurwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Gaurwad
Population of Gaurwad
According to the 2011 Census, Gaurwad has a total population of about 2,631, with approximately 1,332 males and 1,299 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 276 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 595 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.78%, with male literacy at about 82.36% and female literacy near 71.05%. There are around 547 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaurwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,631 | 1,332 | 1,299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 133 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 595 | 291 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,020 | 1,097 | 923 |
| Illiterate Population | 611 | 235 | 376 |
Connectivity of Gaurwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaurwad. As per the 2011 stats, Gaurwad 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaurwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaurwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaurwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaurwad
- Where is Gaurwad located?
- Gaurwad village is situated in Shirol Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaurwad?
- Gaurwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gaurwad?
- The pincode of Gaurwad is 416104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaurwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaurwad is 2,631, with 1,332 males and 1,299 females.
- How many households are there in Gaurwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaurwad village has a total of 547 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaurwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaurwad is 76.78%. The male literacy rate is 82.36%, while the female literacy rate is 71.05%.