Ghalwad
Ghalwad is a village located in Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Shirol (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Ghalwad village is also a gram panchayat.
Ghalwad has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ghalwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghalwad is 567333. The village spans a total geographical area of 681.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416105. Jaysingpur is nearest town to Ghalwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Ghalwad
Below is a concise population overview of Ghalwad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,535 | 1,871 | 1,664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 189 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 156 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 2,712 | 1,534 | 1,178 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 337 | 486 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghalwad village:
- The total population of Ghalwad village is around 3,535, including approximately 1,871 males and 1,664 females, with a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 352 children aged 0–6 years in Ghalwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghalwad village has 310 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 51 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghalwad village is about 76.72%, with male literacy at 81.99% and female literacy at 70.79%.
- There are around 735 households in Ghalwad village.
Connectivity of Ghalwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghalwad. As per the 2011 stats, Ghalwad 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 Ghalwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghalwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghalwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghalwad
- Where is Ghalwad located?
- Ghalwad village is situated in Shirol Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghalwad?
- Ghalwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghalwad?
- The pincode of Ghalwad is 416105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghalwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghalwad is 3,535, with 1,871 males and 1,664 females.
- How many households are there in Ghalwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghalwad village has a total of 735 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghalwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghalwad is 76.72%. The male literacy rate is 81.99%, while the female literacy rate is 70.79%.