Gawalwadi
About Gawalwadi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gawalwadi village is 564729. Gawalwadi village is located in Mandangad tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Mandangad (tehsildar office) and 195km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Umaroli is the gram panchayat of Gawalwadi village.
The total geographical area of village is 158.48 hectares. Gawalwadi has a total population of 181 peoples, out of which male population is 74 while female population is 107. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1445 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gawalwadi village is 58.56% out of which 64.86% males and 54.21% females are literate. There are about 65 houses in gawalwadi village.
When it comes to administration, Gawalwadi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gawalwadi village comes under Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. Khed is nearest town to gawalwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
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Population of Gawalwadi
The population details of Gawalwadi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 181 | 74 | 107 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 106 | 48 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 26 | 49 |
Connectivity of Gawalwadi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gawalwadi
Where is Gawalwadi located?
Gawalwadi village is situated in Mandangad Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawalwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawalwadi is Umaroli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gawalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawalwadi is 181, with 74 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Gawalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gawalwadi village has a total of 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawalwadi is 58.56%. The male literacy rate is 64.86%, while the female literacy rate is 54.21%.