Gaurwadi
Gaurwadi is a village located in Dahanu tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Dahanu (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Jamshet is the gram panchayat of Gaurwadi village.
Here you can discover what makes Gaurwadi unique in its vibrant Dahanu-Thane region. You’ll see Gaurwadi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gaurwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaurwadi is 551606. The village spans a total geographical area of 807 hectares. Dahanu is nearest town to Gaurwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gaurwadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gaurwadi
Population of Gaurwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Gaurwadi has a total population of about 1,844, with approximately 870 males and 974 females. The sex ratio is around 1119 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 341 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,831. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.31%, with male literacy at about 48.85% and female literacy near 27.00%. There are around 338 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaurwadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,844 | 870 | 974 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 149 | 192 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,831 | 867 | 964 |
Literate Population | 688 | 425 | 263 |
Illiterate Population | 1,156 | 445 | 711 |
Connectivity of Gaurwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaurwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Gaurwadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaurwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaurwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaurwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaurwadi
- Where is Gaurwadi located?
- Gaurwadi village is situated in Dahanu Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaurwadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gaurwadi is Jamshet (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gaurwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaurwadi is 1,844, with 870 males and 974 females.
- How many households are there in Gaurwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaurwadi village has a total of 338 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaurwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaurwadi is 37.31%. The male literacy rate is 48.85%, while the female literacy rate is 27.00%.