Gaudgaon - Barshi, Solapur
Gaudgaon is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Gaudgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaudgaon is 562137. The village covers a total geographical area of 1681.32 hectares and falls under the 413406 pincode. Tuljapur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Gaudgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaudgaon
As per Census 2011, Gaudgaon village has a total population of 3,538 people, consisting of 1,836 males and 1,702 females. The village has 782 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 341 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,499 literate and 1,039 illiterate residents. Additionally, 335 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaudgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,538 | 1,836 | 1,702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 198 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 174 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 30 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 2,499 | 1,418 | 1,081 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,039 | 418 | 621 |
Nearby Villages of Gaudgaon
Gaudgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katri | East | 3.19 km |
| Surdi | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Chilvadi | North | 3.85 km |
| Raulgaon | South | 4.48 km |
| Bhalgaon | South-West | 4.48 km |
| Sangamner | South-East | 4.51 km |
| Rui | West | 4.79 km |
| Zaregaon | North-West | 5.36 km |
| Begada | North-East | 5.64 km |
| Walgud | North | 6.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaudgaon
Gaudgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Usmanabad, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tuljapur to Gaudgaon is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Gaudgaon is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaudgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaudgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gaudgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaudgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gaudgaon
Where is Gaudgaon located?
Gaudgaon village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaudgaon?
Gaudgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gaudgaon?
The pincode of Gaudgaon is 413406.
What is the population of Gaudgaon?
Gaudgaon has a total population of 3,538, including 1,836 males and 1,702 females.
How many households are there in Gaudgaon?
There are 782 households in Gaudgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Gaudgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaudgaon is 70.63%. Male literacy is 77.23% and female literacy is 63.51%.