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.
Here you can discover what makes Ghalwad unique in its vibrant Shirol-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Ghalwad’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 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.
Google Map of Ghalwad
Population of Ghalwad
According to the 2011 Census, Ghalwad has a total population of about 3,535, with approximately 1,871 males and 1,664 females. The sex ratio is around 889 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 352 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 310 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 51. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.72%, with male literacy at about 81.99% and female literacy near 70.79%. There are around 735 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghalwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.