Ghosarwad
Ghosarwad is a village located in Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Shirol (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Ghosarwad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghosarwad unique in its vibrant Shirol-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Ghosarwad’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 Ghosarwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghosarwad is 567368. The village spans a total geographical area of 1221 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416107. Kurundvad is nearest town to Ghosarwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Ghosarwad
Population of Ghosarwad
According to the 2011 Census, Ghosarwad has a total population of about 6,615, with approximately 3,279 males and 3,336 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 655 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,262 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 232. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.70%, with male literacy at about 78.62% and female literacy near 66.88%. There are around 1,391 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghosarwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,615 | 3,279 | 3,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 655 | 338 | 317 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,262 | 600 | 662 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 232 | 116 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 4,809 | 2,578 | 2,231 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,806 | 701 | 1,105 |
Connectivity of Ghosarwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghosarwad. As per the 2011 stats, Ghosarwad 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghosarwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghosarwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghosarwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghosarwad
- Where is Ghosarwad located?
- Ghosarwad village is situated in Shirol Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghosarwad?
- Ghosarwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghosarwad?
- The pincode of Ghosarwad is 416107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghosarwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghosarwad is 6,615, with 3,279 males and 3,336 females.
- How many households are there in Ghosarwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghosarwad village has a total of 1,391 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghosarwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghosarwad is 72.70%. The male literacy rate is 78.62%, while the female literacy rate is 66.88%.