Gholapwadi
Gholapwadi is a village located in Karad tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Karad (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Gholapwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Gholapwadi has its own place in the vibrant Satara 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 Gholapwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gholapwadi is 564499. The village spans a total geographical area of 871.33 hectares. Karad is nearest town to Gholapwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gholapwadi 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 Karad North Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gholapwadi
Population of Gholapwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Gholapwadi 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 | 580 | 297 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 437 | 254 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 43 | 100 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gholapwadi village:
- The total population of Gholapwadi village is around 580, including approximately 297 males and 283 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Gholapwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Gholapwadi village is about 75.34%, with male literacy at 85.52% and female literacy at 64.66%.
- There are around 132 households in Gholapwadi village.
Connectivity of Gholapwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gholapwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Gholapwadi 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gholapwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Gholapwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gholapwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gholapwadi
- Where is Gholapwadi located?
- Gholapwadi village is situated in Karad Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gholapwadi?
- Gholapwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gholapwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gholapwadi is 580, with 297 males and 283 females.
- How many households are there in Gholapwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gholapwadi village has a total of 132 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gholapwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gholapwadi is 75.34%. The male literacy rate is 85.52%, while the female literacy rate is 64.66%.