Gangalwadi - Malegaon, Washim
Gangalwadi is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Gangalwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangalwadi is 530593. The village covers a total geographical area of 239.35 hectares and falls under the 444503 pincode. Patur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gangalwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Risod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangalwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Gangalwadi village had a total population of 810 people, including 419 males and 391 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.06%, with male literacy at 87.60% and female literacy at 80.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 797.
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 | 810 | 419 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 48 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 797 | 411 | 386 |
| Literate Population | 596 | 325 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 94 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Gangalwadi
Gangalwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marsul Bhag 1 | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Pimpalwadi | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Bhamatwadi | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Rajura | South | 3.55 km |
| Deothana Khamb | North | 3.61 km |
| Sudi | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Wakalwadi | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Khairkheda | East | 4.55 km |
| Dholi | South-West | 4.93 km |
| Kosgaon | North-West | 5.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gangalwadi
Public transport in the Gangalwadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Aman Vadi, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.6 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 Patur to Gangalwadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Gangalwadi is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gangalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangalwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gangalwadi
Where is Gangalwadi located?
Gangalwadi village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gangalwadi?
Gangalwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gangalwadi?
The pincode of Gangalwadi is 444503.
What is the population of Gangalwadi?
Gangalwadi had a total population of 810, including 419 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Gangalwadi?
Gangalwadi had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangalwadi was 84.06%. Male literacy was 87.60% and female literacy was 80.18%.