Gaiwal Village Overview
Gaiwal is a village in Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It lies about 12 km from Karanja tehsil headquarters and around 55 km from Washim district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Gaiwal village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Gaiwal village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaiwal is 530988. The village covers a geographical area of 412.9 hectares and has a pincode of 444105. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Location Map of Gaiwal
Population & Demographics of Gaiwal
This section provides population and demographic details of Gaiwal village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,226 | 629 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 95 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 130 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 437 | 217 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 782 | 442 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 187 | 257 |
Key population details of Gaiwal village are given below:
- Gaiwal village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,226, including approximately 629 males and 597 females, with a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 241 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 437 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Gaiwal village is good, with a literacy rate of about 63.78%.
- There are around 270 households in Gaiwal village.
Transport & Connectivity of Gaiwal
Transport facilities help residents of Gaiwal village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaiwal
The following villages are located close to Gaiwal and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaiwal
- Where is Gaiwal located?
- Gaiwal village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaiwal?
- Gaiwal is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Gaiwal?
- The pincode of Gaiwal is 444105.
- What is the population of Gaiwal?
- Gaiwal has a total population of 1,226, including 629 males and 597 females.
- How many households are there in Gaiwal?
- There are 270 households in Gaiwal.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaiwal?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaiwal is 63.78%. Male literacy is 70.27% and female literacy is 56.95%.