Gurewadi - Sinnar, Nashik
Gurewadi is a village situated in the Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinnar and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Musalgaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Gurewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurewadi is 551161. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.91 hectares and falls under the 422104 pincode. Sinnar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gurewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sinnar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Gurewadi village had a total population of 556 people, including 278 males and 278 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.89%, with male literacy at 82.38% and female literacy at 67.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 280.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 556 | 278 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 51 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 280 | 140 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 187 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 91 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Gurewadi
Gurewadi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhondvirnagar | South | 2.00 km |
| Manegaon | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Musalgaon | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Gonde | South-East | 4.33 km |
| Bhatwadi | West | 4.55 km |
| Atkawade | South-West | 4.57 km |
| Patole | South-West | 5.50 km |
| Datli | East | 6.24 km |
| Ramnagar | South | 6.38 km |
| Wadgaon Sinnar | West | 6.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurewadi
Gurewadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Devlali, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sinnar to Gurewadi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Gurewadi is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gurewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gurewadi
Where is Gurewadi located?
Gurewadi village is located in Sinnar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gurewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Gurewadi is Musalgaon.
What is the pincode of Gurewadi?
The pincode of Gurewadi is 422104.
What is the population of Gurewadi?
Gurewadi had a total population of 556, including 278 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Gurewadi?
Gurewadi had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurewadi was 74.89%. Male literacy was 82.38% and female literacy was 67.90%.