Ghanwad

Ghanwad is a village located in Khanapur tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Vita (tehsildar office) and 59km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Ghanwad village is also a gram panchayat.

Ghanwad 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 Ghanwad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghanwad is 568504. The village spans a total geographical area of 998 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415311. Vita is nearest town to Ghanwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

When it comes to local governance, Ghanwad 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 Khanapur 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 Ghanwad

Below is a concise population overview of Ghanwad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,591 1,289 1,302
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 282 148 134
Scheduled Castes (SC) 780 398 382
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,907 1,043 864
Illiterate Population 684 246 438

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghanwad village:

  • The total population of Ghanwad village is around 2,591, including approximately 1,289 males and 1,302 females, with a sex ratio of 1010 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 282 children aged 0–6 years in Ghanwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghanwad village has 780 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ghanwad village is about 73.60%, with male literacy at 80.92% and female literacy at 66.36%.
  • There are around 605 households in Ghanwad village.

Connectivity of Ghanwad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghanwad. As per the 2011 stats, Ghanwad 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghanwad

Knowing the nearby villages of Ghanwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghanwad.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghanwad

Where is Ghanwad located?
Ghanwad village is situated in Khanapur Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghanwad?
Ghanwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ghanwad?
The pincode of Ghanwad is 415311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghanwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghanwad is 2,591, with 1,289 males and 1,302 females.
How many households are there in Ghanwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghanwad village has a total of 605 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghanwad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghanwad is 73.60%. The male literacy rate is 80.92%, while the female literacy rate is 66.36%.