Gunware - Phaltan, Satara
Gunware is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Gunware village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunware is 563302. The village covers a total geographical area of 1896.35 hectares and falls under the 415523 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gunware village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gunware
As per Census 2011, Gunware village has a total population of 6,605 people, consisting of 3,455 males and 3,150 females. The village has 1,406 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 720 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,614 literate and 1,991 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,448 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gunware are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,605 | 3,455 | 3,150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 720 | 387 | 333 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,448 | 768 | 680 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 4,614 | 2,614 | 2,000 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,991 | 841 | 1,150 |
Nearby Villages of Gunware
Gunware 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mathachiwadi | West | 3.02 km |
| Munjwadi | East | 3.98 km |
| Gokhali | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Khatkewasti | North | 4.05 km |
| Pawarwadi | North-East | 4.36 km |
| Rajuri | South-East | 4.87 km |
| Sathe | North-West | 4.99 km |
| Takalwade | West | 5.20 km |
| Hanmantwadi | East | 5.48 km |
| Barad | South | 5.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gunware
Gunware is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Gunware is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Gunware is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunware
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunware village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gunware
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunware village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gunware
Where is Gunware located?
Gunware village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunware?
Gunware is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gunware?
The pincode of Gunware is 415523.
What is the population of Gunware?
Gunware has a total population of 6,605, including 3,455 males and 3,150 females.
How many households are there in Gunware?
There are 1,406 households in Gunware.
What is the literacy rate in Gunware?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunware is 69.86%. Male literacy is 75.66% and female literacy is 63.49%.