Gunjegaon - Mangalvedhe, Solapur
Gunjegaon is a village situated in the Mangalvedhe tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangalvedhe and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Gunjegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunjegaon is 562617. The village covers a total geographical area of 1204.41 hectares and falls under the 413305 pincode. Mangalvedhe is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gunjegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gunjegaon
As per Census 2011, Gunjegaon village has a total population of 2,471 people, consisting of 1,253 males and 1,218 females. The village has 480 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,614 literate and 857 illiterate residents. Additionally, 537 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gunjegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,471 | 1,253 | 1,218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 178 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 537 | 273 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 1,614 | 897 | 717 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 356 | 501 |
Nearby Villages of Gunjegaon
Gunjegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shelewadi | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Marapur | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Tanali | North | 3.87 km |
| Shetphal(tapkiri) | North-West | 5.00 km |
| Akole | East | 5.20 km |
| Andhalgaon | South | 6.19 km |
| Laxami Dahiwadi | South-West | 6.19 km |
| Devale | West | 6.21 km |
| Ganeshwadi | South-East | 6.22 km |
| Tavashi | North-East | 6.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gunjegaon
Gunjegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bohali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 km.
| 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 Mangalvedhe to Gunjegaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Gunjegaon is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunjegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunjegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gunjegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunjegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gunjegaon
Where is Gunjegaon located?
Gunjegaon village is located in Mangalvedhe Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunjegaon?
Gunjegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gunjegaon?
The pincode of Gunjegaon is 413305.
What is the population of Gunjegaon?
Gunjegaon has a total population of 2,471, including 1,253 males and 1,218 females.
How many households are there in Gunjegaon?
There are 480 households in Gunjegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Gunjegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunjegaon is 65.32%. Male literacy is 71.59% and female literacy is 58.87%.