Gaundwadi - Walwa, Sangli
Gaundwadi is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Gaundwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaundwadi is 568340. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.18 hectares and falls under the 415413 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gaundwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaundwadi
As per Census 2011, Gaundwadi village has a total population of 962 people, consisting of 498 males and 464 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 770 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaundwadi are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gaundwadi
Gaundwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Satapewadi | South | 1.10 km |
| Takari | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Banewadi | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Tupari | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Dudhari | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Masuchiwadi | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Rethare Harnaksha | West | 2.93 km |
| Dahyari | East | 2.99 km |
| Ghogaon | East | 3.85 km |
| Borgaon | South-West | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaundwadi
Gaundwadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Takari, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Gaundwadi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Gaundwadi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaundwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaundwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gaundwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaundwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gaundwadi
Where is Gaundwadi located?
Gaundwadi village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaundwadi?
Gaundwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gaundwadi?
The pincode of Gaundwadi is 415413.
What is the population of Gaundwadi?
Gaundwadi has a total population of 962, including 498 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Gaundwadi?
There are 198 households in Gaundwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Gaundwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaundwadi is 80.04%. Male literacy is 83.53% and female literacy is 76.29%.