Gaundare - Karmala, Solapur
Gaundare is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 155 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Gaudare serves as the Village Panchayat for Gaundare village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaundare is 561848. The village covers a total geographical area of 1571.15 hectares and falls under the 413203 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gaundare village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karmala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaundare
According to the 2011 Census, Gaundare village had a total population of 1,848 people, including 973 males and 875 females, living in 415 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.35%, with male literacy at 82.13% and female literacy at 61.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 271, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,848 | 973 | 875 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 145 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 137 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,133 | 680 | 453 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 293 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Gaundare
Gaundare is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gaundare
Gaundare is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karmala to Gaundare is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Gaundare is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaundare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaundare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gaundare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaundare 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 Gaundare
Where is Gaundare located?
Gaundare village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gaundare?
The Village Panchayat of Gaundare is Gaudare.
What is the pincode of Gaundare?
The pincode of Gaundare is 413203.
What is the population of Gaundare?
Gaundare had a total population of 1,848, including 973 males and 875 females.
How many households are there in Gaundare?
Gaundare had 415 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaundare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaundare was 72.35%. Male literacy was 82.13% and female literacy was 61.38%.