Garwad
Garwad is a village located in Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Malshiras (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Garwadmagarwadi Nv is the gram panchayat of Garwad village.
Here you can discover what makes Garwad unique in its vibrant Malshiras-Solapur region. You’ll see Garwad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Garwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garwad is 562452. The village spans a total geographical area of 3253 hectares. Pandharpur is nearest town to Garwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 69km away.
When it comes to local governance, Garwad 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 Malshiras Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Madha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Garwad
Population of Garwad
According to the 2011 Census, Garwad has a total population of about 2,221, with approximately 1,150 males and 1,071 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 370 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 543 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.82%, with male literacy at about 63.83% and female literacy near 49.30%. There are around 401 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,221 | 1,150 | 1,071 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 201 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 543 | 302 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,262 | 734 | 528 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 416 | 543 |
Connectivity of Garwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garwad. As per the 2011 stats, Garwad 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Garwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garwad
- Where is Garwad located?
- Garwad village is situated in Malshiras Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garwad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garwad is Garwadmagarwadi Nv (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Garwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garwad is 2,221, with 1,150 males and 1,071 females.
- How many households are there in Garwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garwad village has a total of 401 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garwad is 56.82%. The male literacy rate is 63.83%, while the female literacy rate is 49.30%.