Galwad - Surgana, Nashik
Galwad is a village situated in the Surgana tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surgana and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Rongane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galwad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galwad is 549734. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.04 hectares and falls under the 422211 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Galwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galwad
As per Census 2011, Galwad village has a total population of 561 people, consisting of 287 males and 274 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 336 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 546 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galwad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 561 | 287 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 65 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 546 | 278 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 186 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 101 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Galwad
Galwad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ronghane | South | 1.41 km |
| Mahismal | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Khadakmal | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Nadagdari | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Bijurpada | South | 2.75 km |
| Kukudmunda | North | 2.84 km |
| Merdand | West | 3.06 km |
| Morchonda | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Sambarkhal | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Bhatvihir | South-East | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Galwad
Galwad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Waghai, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nashik to Galwad is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galwad 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Galwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galwad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Galwad
Where is Galwad located?
Galwad village is located in Surgana Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Galwad is Rongane.
What is the pincode of Galwad?
The pincode of Galwad is 422211.
What is the population of Galwad?
Galwad has a total population of 561, including 287 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Galwad?
There are 127 households in Galwad.
What is the literacy rate in Galwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galwad is 59.89%. Male literacy is 64.81% and female literacy is 54.74%.