Gaundwadi
Gaundwadi is a village located in Walwa tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Uran Islampur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Gaundwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Gaundwadi 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 Gaundwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaundwadi is 568340. The village spans a total geographical area of 172.18 hectares. Uran Islampur is nearest town to Gaundwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gaundwadi 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 Islampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gaundwadi
Population of Gaundwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Gaundwadi 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 | 962 | 498 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 55 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 416 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 82 | 110 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gaundwadi village:
- The total population of Gaundwadi village is around 962, including approximately 498 males and 464 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Gaundwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gaundwadi village has 45 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gaundwadi village is about 80.04%, with male literacy at 83.53% and female literacy at 76.29%.
- There are around 198 households in Gaundwadi village.
Connectivity of Gaundwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaundwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Gaundwadi 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaundwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaundwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaundwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaundwadi
- Where is Gaundwadi located?
- Gaundwadi village is situated in Walwa Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaundwadi?
- Gaundwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gaundwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaundwadi is 962, with 498 males and 464 females.
- How many households are there in Gaundwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaundwadi village has a total of 198 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaundwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaundwadi is 80.04%. The male literacy rate is 83.53%, while the female literacy rate is 76.29%.