Gomewadi - Atpadi, Sangli
Gomewadi is a village situated in the Atpadi tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atpadi and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Gomewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gomewadi is 568617. The village covers a total geographical area of 2009.94 hectares and falls under the 415306 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Gomewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gomewadi
As per Census 2011, Gomewadi village has a total population of 3,711 people, consisting of 1,825 males and 1,886 females. The village has 763 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 459 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,242 literate and 1,469 illiterate residents. Additionally, 953 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gomewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,711 | 1,825 | 1,886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 459 | 246 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 953 | 489 | 464 |
| Literate Population | 2,242 | 1,249 | 993 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,469 | 576 | 893 |
Nearby Villages of Gomewadi
Gomewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kankatrewadi | West | 3.16 km |
| Balewadi | North | 4.01 km |
| Hivtad | South | 4.52 km |
| Manewadi | South-West | 4.81 km |
| Kalewadi | East | 5.34 km |
| Kargani | North-East | 5.49 km |
| Nelkaranji | South-West | 5.79 km |
| Aoutewadi | West | 5.86 km |
| Dhavadwadi | West | 6.10 km |
| Talewadi | South-East | 6.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gomewadi
Gomewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhalgaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.1 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 Vita to Gomewadi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Gomewadi is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gomewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gomewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gomewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gomewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gomewadi
Where is Gomewadi located?
Gomewadi village is located in Atpadi Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gomewadi?
Gomewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gomewadi?
The pincode of Gomewadi is 415306.
What is the population of Gomewadi?
Gomewadi has a total population of 3,711, including 1,825 males and 1,886 females.
How many households are there in Gomewadi?
There are 763 households in Gomewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Gomewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gomewadi is 60.41%. Male literacy is 68.44% and female literacy is 52.65%.