Galandawadi - Mohol, Solapur
Galandawadi is a village situated in the Mohol tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohol and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Galandwadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Galandawadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galandawadi is 562222. The village covers a total geographical area of 293 hectares and falls under the 413213 pincode. Kurduvadi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Galandawadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galandawadi
According to the 2011 Census, Galandawadi village had a total population of 896 people, including 490 males and 406 females, living in 187 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.35%, with male literacy at 86.57% and female literacy at 64.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 896 | 490 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 58 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 607 | 374 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 116 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Galandawadi
Galandawadi 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 Galandawadi
Public transport in the Galandawadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Galandawadi 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 Kurduvadi to Galandawadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Galandawadi is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galandawadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galandawadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Galandawadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galandawadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Galandawadi
Where is Galandawadi located?
Galandawadi village is located in Mohol Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Galandawadi?
The Village Panchayat of Galandawadi is Galandwadi.
What is the pincode of Galandawadi?
The pincode of Galandawadi is 413213.
What is the population of Galandawadi?
Galandawadi had a total population of 896, including 490 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Galandawadi?
Galandawadi had 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galandawadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galandawadi was 76.35%. Male literacy was 86.57% and female literacy was 64.19%.