Galwad
Galwad is a village located in Surgana tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Surgana (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Rongane is the gram panchayat of Galwad village.
Galwad has its own place in the vibrant Nashik 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 Galwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galwad is 549734. The village spans a total geographical area of 207.04 hectares. Nashik is nearest town to Galwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
When it comes to local governance, Galwad 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 Kalwan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Galwad
Population of Galwad
Below is a concise population overview of Galwad 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 | 561 | 287 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 65 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 546 | 278 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 186 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 101 | 124 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Galwad village:
- The total population of Galwad village is around 561, including approximately 287 males and 274 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 112 children aged 0–6 years in Galwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Galwad village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 546 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Galwad village is about 59.89%, with male literacy at 64.81% and female literacy at 54.74%.
- There are around 127 households in Galwad village.
Connectivity of Galwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galwad. As per the 2011 stats, Galwad 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 Galwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Galwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Galwad
- Where is Galwad located?
- Galwad village is situated in Surgana Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Galwad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Galwad is Rongane (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Galwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galwad is 561, with 287 males and 274 females.
- How many households are there in Galwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Galwad village has a total of 127 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Galwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galwad is 59.89%. The male literacy rate is 64.81%, while the female literacy rate is 54.74%.