Gugulwad
Gugulwad is a village located in Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Malegaon (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Gugulwad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gugulwad unique in its vibrant Malegaon-Nashik region. You’ll see Gugulwad’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 Gugulwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gugulwad is 550204. The village spans a total geographical area of 1176 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 423205. Malegaon is nearest town to Gugulwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gugulwad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhule Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gugulwad
Population of Gugulwad
According to the 2011 Census, Gugulwad has a total population of about 1,448, with approximately 733 males and 715 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 206 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 29 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 230. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.43%, with male literacy at about 66.03% and female literacy near 50.63%. There are around 290 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gugulwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,448 | 733 | 715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 99 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 119 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 846 | 484 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 249 | 353 |
Connectivity of Gugulwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gugulwad. As per the 2011 stats, Gugulwad 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 Gugulwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Gugulwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gugulwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gugulwad
- Where is Gugulwad located?
- Gugulwad village is situated in Malegaon Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gugulwad?
- Gugulwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gugulwad?
- The pincode of Gugulwad is 423205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gugulwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gugulwad is 1,448, with 733 males and 715 females.
- How many households are there in Gugulwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gugulwad village has a total of 290 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gugulwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gugulwad is 58.43%. The male literacy rate is 66.03%, while the female literacy rate is 50.63%.