Gugwad - Jat, Sangli
Gugwad is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Gugwad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gugwad is 568941. The village covers a total geographical area of 918 hectares and falls under the 416404 pincode. Bijapur (karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Gugwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gugwad
As per Census 2011, Gugwad village has a total population of 3,821 people, consisting of 1,975 males and 1,846 females. The village has 709 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 564 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,259 literate and 1,562 illiterate residents. Additionally, 517 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gugwad are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gugwad
Gugwad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basargi | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Vajrawad | North-West | 4.58 km |
| Balligeri | South-West | 4.85 km |
| Malabad | West | 5.19 km |
| Sindur | South-East | 5.81 km |
| Bilur | North-East | 7.47 km |
| Ekundi | North-West | 7.67 km |
| Bedarahatti | South | 7.93 km |
| Salmalgewadi | North | 8.60 km |
| Adalatti | South-East | 8.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gugwad
Public transport in the Gugwad is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kavathe Mahankl, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.2 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 Bijapur (karnataka) to Gugwad is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Gugwad is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gugwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gugwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gugwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gugwad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gugwad
Where is Gugwad located?
Gugwad village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gugwad?
Gugwad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gugwad?
The pincode of Gugwad is 416404.
What is the population of Gugwad?
Gugwad has a total population of 3,821, including 1,975 males and 1,846 females.
How many households are there in Gugwad?
There are 709 households in Gugwad.
What is the literacy rate in Gugwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gugwad is 59.12%. Male literacy is 66.28% and female literacy is 51.46%.