Gugwad
Gugwad is a village located in Jat tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Jat (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Gugwad village is also a gram panchayat.
Gugwad has its own place in the vibrant Sangli 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 Gugwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gugwad is 568941. The village spans a total geographical area of 918 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416404. Bijapur (karnataka) is nearest town to Gugwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gugwad 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 Jat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Gugwad
Below is a concise population overview of Gugwad 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 | 3,821 | 1,975 | 1,846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 564 | 297 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 517 | 252 | 265 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,259 | 1,309 | 950 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,562 | 666 | 896 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gugwad village:
- The total population of Gugwad village is around 3,821, including approximately 1,975 males and 1,846 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 564 children aged 0–6 years in Gugwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gugwad village has 517 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gugwad village is about 59.12%, with male literacy at 66.28% and female literacy at 51.46%.
- There are around 709 households in Gugwad village.
Connectivity of Gugwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gugwad. As per the 2011 stats, Gugwad 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 Gugwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Gugwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gugwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gugwad
- Where is Gugwad located?
- Gugwad village is situated in Jat Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gugwad?
- Gugwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gugwad?
- The pincode of Gugwad is 416404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gugwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gugwad is 3,821, with 1,975 males and 1,846 females.
- How many households are there in Gugwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gugwad village has a total of 709 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gugwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gugwad is 59.12%. The male literacy rate is 66.28%, while the female literacy rate is 51.46%.