Garwad - Malshiras, Solapur
Garwad is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Garwadmagarwadi (nv) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garwad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garwad is 562452. The village covers a total geographical area of 3253 hectares and falls under the 413310 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Garwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garwad
As per Census 2011, Garwad village has a total population of 2,221 people, consisting of 1,150 males and 1,071 females. The village has 401 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 370 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,262 literate and 959 illiterate residents. Additionally, 543 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garwad are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Garwad
Garwad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathanwasti | East | 4.16 km |
| Karkhel | West | 5.07 km |
| Sulewadi | South-East | 5.12 km |
| Zinjevasti | East | 5.72 km |
| Jalbhavi | North-West | 6.04 km |
| Goradwadi | North | 6.41 km |
| Dhuldev | South-West | 6.43 km |
| Tarangfal | North-East | 6.69 km |
| Chandapuri | East | 6.72 km |
| Hawaldarwadi | West | 7.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garwad
Garwad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bohali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Garwad is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Garwad is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garwad 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 Garwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garwad 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 Garwad
Where is Garwad located?
Garwad village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Garwad is Garwadmagarwadi (nv).
What is the pincode of Garwad?
The pincode of Garwad is 413310.
What is the population of Garwad?
Garwad has a total population of 2,221, including 1,150 males and 1,071 females.
How many households are there in Garwad?
There are 401 households in Garwad.
What is the literacy rate in Garwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garwad is 56.82%. Male literacy is 63.83% and female literacy is 49.30%.