Gholwad
Gholwad is a village located in Dahanu tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Dahanu (tehsildar office) and 140km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Gholwad village is also a gram panchayat.
Gholwad has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gholwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gholwad is 551583. The village spans a total geographical area of 1137.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401702. Dahanu is nearest town to Gholwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gholwad 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 Gholwad
Population of Gholwad
Below is a concise population overview of Gholwad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,403 | 2,191 | 2,212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 215 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 581 | 283 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 999 | 486 | 513 |
| Literate Population | 3,277 | 1,759 | 1,518 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,126 | 432 | 694 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gholwad village:
- The total population of Gholwad village is around 4,403, including approximately 2,191 males and 2,212 females, with a sex ratio of 1009 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 435 children aged 0–6 years in Gholwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gholwad village has 581 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 999 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gholwad village is about 74.43%, with male literacy at 80.28% and female literacy at 68.63%.
- There are around 994 households in Gholwad village.
Connectivity of Gholwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gholwad. As per the 2011 stats, Gholwad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Gholwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Gholwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gholwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gholwad
- Where is Gholwad located?
- Gholwad village is situated in Dahanu Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gholwad?
- Gholwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gholwad?
- The pincode of Gholwad is 401702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gholwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gholwad is 4,403, with 2,191 males and 2,212 females.
- How many households are there in Gholwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gholwad village has a total of 994 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gholwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gholwad is 74.43%. The male literacy rate is 80.28%, while the female literacy rate is 68.63%.