Magarwadi (Garwad) - Malshiras, Solapur
Magarwadi (Garwad) is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Garwadmagarwadi (nv) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magarwadi (Garwad) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magarwadi (Garwad) is 562453. The village covers a total geographical area of 815.35 hectares and falls under the 413310 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Magarwadi (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 Magarwadi (Garwad)
As per Census 2011, Magarwadi (Garwad) village has a total population of 1,128 people, consisting of 589 males and 539 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 765 literate and 363 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magarwadi (Garwad) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,128 | 589 | 539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 74 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 765 | 435 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 154 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Magarwadi (Garwad)
Magarwadi (Garwad) 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 Magarwadi (Garwad)
Magarwadi (Garwad) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Magarwadi (Garwad) has a railway station.
| 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 Magarwadi (Garwad) is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Magarwadi (Garwad) is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magarwadi (Garwad)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magarwadi (Garwad) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Magarwadi (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 Magarwadi (Garwad) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Magarwadi (Garwad)
Where is Magarwadi (Garwad) located?
Magarwadi (Garwad) village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magarwadi (Garwad)?
The Gram Panchayat of Magarwadi (Garwad) is Garwadmagarwadi (nv).
What is the pincode of Magarwadi (Garwad)?
The pincode of Magarwadi (Garwad) is 413310.
What is the population of Magarwadi (Garwad)?
Magarwadi (Garwad) has a total population of 1,128, including 589 males and 539 females.
How many households are there in Magarwadi (Garwad)?
There are 244 households in Magarwadi (Garwad).
What is the literacy rate in Magarwadi (Garwad)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magarwadi (Garwad) is 67.82%. Male literacy is 73.85% and female literacy is 61.22%.