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.
Here you can discover what makes Gaundwadi unique in its vibrant Walwa-Sangli region. You’ll see Gaundwadi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Gaundwadi has a total population of about 962, with approximately 498 males and 464 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 97 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 45 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.04%, with male literacy at about 83.53% and female literacy near 76.29%. There are around 198 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaundwadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.