Gavadewadi - Sangole, Solapur
Gavadewadi is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 121 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Hongirge serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gavadewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gavadewadi is 562610. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.28 hectares and falls under the 413309 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Gavadewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gavadewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Gavadewadi village had a total population of 1,120 people, including 587 males and 533 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.68%, with male literacy at 71.91% and female literacy at 48.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 1,120 | 587 | 533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 85 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 361 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 226 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Gavadewadi
Gavadewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manewadi | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Revewadi | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Hangirage | South-West | 3.68 km |
| Gheradi | North-West | 4.62 km |
| Hunnur | East | 4.80 km |
| Khairao | South | 6.11 km |
| Lonar | South-East | 6.60 km |
| Bhose | North-East | 7.72 km |
| Yelavi | South | 8.03 km |
| Pare | South-West | 8.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gavadewadi
Gavadewadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Javale, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.6 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 Sangole to Gavadewadi is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Gavadewadi is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gavadewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gavadewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gavadewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gavadewadi 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 Gavadewadi
Where is Gavadewadi located?
Gavadewadi village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gavadewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gavadewadi is Hongirge.
What is the pincode of Gavadewadi?
The pincode of Gavadewadi is 413309.
What is the population of Gavadewadi?
Gavadewadi had a total population of 1,120, including 587 males and 533 females.
How many households are there in Gavadewadi?
Gavadewadi had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gavadewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gavadewadi was 60.68%. Male literacy was 71.91% and female literacy was 48.61%.